In our spiritual battles, the helmet of salvation protects our minds, ensuring confidence in our salvation through Jesus. As we stand firm, praying and loving, we guard against doubt and discouragement.

The lies of Satan come flying at us like flaming darts seeking to knock us down and draw our attention and affection away from God. God has given us Himself and the truths of the Gospel as a shield against the lies of the enemy.

In Ephesians 6:15, we look at the power of spiritual traction, protection, and mobility through the "shoes of peace". We learn how the gospel of peace equips us with spiritual readiness to navigate life's challenges with agility.

In Ephesians 6:10-18 Paul urges believers to prepare for spiritual warfare by putting on the full armor of God.

In Ephesians 6:10-20, Paul tells the Church that we are in a very real battle, against a very real and powerful enemy. As we stand in the truth of God, we devote ourselves to prayer and push back against the evil forces against us.

The final sermon in this series reminds us to trust God in our waiting, knowing He refines our hearts. Trust is built on His infinite power, perfect love, omniscience, and sovereign rule, leading us into deeper relationship and surrender.

Drawing from Psalm 57, we can follow David's example of how to intercede regularly. We turn to God, frame our circumstances through His character, be honest in our lament, and seek His glory in our waiting.

John 15 shows that abiding in Christ strengthens our connection with Him, turning waiting into spiritual growth. Through this, we experience God's love, joy, and pruning, prioritizing connection over production.

In moments of waiting, we often face temptations like grumbling and despair. Drawing from Israel's experience in Exodus, we'll explore how to trust God, resist negativity, and embrace His guidance.

This five-week sermon series, WAIT, explores how biblical waiting deepens our trust in God amidst life's challenges. As God works, we'll discover how to lean on Him and increase our faith.