Devil on SermonAudio

Absalom's rebellion is put down and we immediately turn to the rebellion of Sheba, one of three different "Sheba's" referenced in Scripture. Joab MURDERS Amasa, so why does David not deal with that murder here in our text? That and a whole lot more... Also Reference: (2 Kings 2) https://bbfohio.com

The sermon explores the reality of spiritual warfare, distinguishing between the internal conflict of spirit versus flesh and the external battle against satanic powers. Drawing from Job, Daniel, and Revelation, it illustrates how believers are engaged in a cosmic struggle against principalities and rulers of darkness. The central focus is on Ephesians 6, detailing the full armor of God as the necessary defense for standing firm against these spiritual attacks. Each piece of armor, including truth, righteousness, faith, and the Word of God, serves a specific role in protecting the believer and enabling offensive spiritual action. Ultimately, the message encourages persistent prayer and reliance on Christ's power to overcome the devil's schemes.

As we look down through this passage and examine all the various pieces of armor which Christ has given us, we remember that there are certain pieces which are worn as clothing, which we "put on" in verses 14 and 15, and there are certain pieces which we "take up" found in verses 16-18. There are 3 of each. We find that of those that we take up, only one of them is a weapon and that is our focus this afternoon. The weapon of choice for every Christian is the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. I think that it will do us well to remember that prayer is not a weapon but rather the offering up of our desires to God for things agreeable to His will. It is communication; a request for help and reinforcements for ourselves and others who are soldiers in the spiritual battle. We are not to "take up" prayer, but to be praying always in the Spirit. We are, however, to take up the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God, and use it in prayer and in fighting the battles of the Lord. When David was fleeing from Saul in 1st Samuel 21 he came to the city of Nob, and he asked Ahimelech the priest for a sword and he told David that the only sword he had on hand was the sword of Goliath the Philistine. And David said, "There is none like it, give it to me." And as we come this study we can truly say of our sword – Truly there is none like it. The Word of God is given to the believer to use as a powerful weapon in spiritual battle. It is a powerful weapon for 2 reasons. 1st – Because it can be used defensively. 2nd – The Word of God is given to the believer to use offensively as well, in fighting the spiritual battle with the Lord's enemies and yours

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Eph. 6:14 The sermon emphasizes the necessity for believers to recognize that their primary conflict is spiritual rather than physical, urging them to rely on divine strength instead of human resources. It focuses on Ephesians 6, specifically highlighting the first components of God's armor: truth and righteousness as essential defenses against the deceptions of Satan. The preacher uses the analogy of military weaponry to illustrate that Christians must actively study and apply Scripture to effectively resist spiritual attacks. Obedience to God's word is presented as the practical means of putting on righteousness, which protects the believer's heart from evil influences. Ultimately, the message calls for personal responsibility in maintaining spiritual readiness through faith and prayer to withstand the wiles of the devil.

The sermon exhorts believers to maintain spiritual vigilance against the devil, who actively seeks to destroy their faith through temptation, accusation, and suffering. Drawing from 1 Peter 5:8-11, it emphasizes the necessity of being sober-minded and watchful to recognize the personal nature of this spiritual warfare. The message outlines how the adversary operates by exploiting pride and doubt, urging Christians to resist him by submitting to God and standing firm in the gospel. It reassures believers that they are not alone in their struggles, as all Christians face similar trials, but they can endure because Christ has already secured victory over evil. Ultimately, the passage calls for a steadfast reliance on God's grace and eternal calling, which provides the strength and hope needed to overcome spiritual attacks.

The sermon identifies the devil as a roaring lion and active adversary who seeks to devour believers through accusation, intimidation, and division. Drawing on biblical examples such as Job, Peter, and Nehemiah, it illustrates that Satan employs recycled tactics like doubt, distraction, and false accusations to discourage God's people. The text emphasizes that while the devil is powerful, he operates within limits and cannot act outside God's sovereign permission. Believers are urged to remain sober, vigilant, and steadfast in faith, recognizing that they are not alone in their struggles. The central call is to resist the devil by putting on spiritual armor and standing firm against his schemes rather than yielding to fear or despair.

We review sermon 5 from the 2026 Sword of the Lord Conference.