WBJMinistries Sermon: Call to Spiritual Armor & Warfare
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Elohim, our Creator, we come before You with hearts open and spirits ready. Cover us with Your divine protection and grant us the courage to put on the full armor of Elohim. May Yahusha guide our steps and teach us to wield spiritual weapons that break every stronghold. We honor the wisdom of our ancestors, the guidance of the Amadlozi, and the truths revealed in Your holy Word.
Halleluyahπ
πScripture Focus
Eph'siym (Ephesians) 6:11, Halleluyah Scriptures: “Put on the whole armour of Elohim, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.”π
Qor'in'thiym 2 (2 Corinthians) 10:4, Halleluyah Scriptures: “The weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in Elohim for pulling down strongholds.”π
π£️ The Call to Spiritual Vigilanceπ§¬
Walking through Manhattan’s Met Cloisters, one sees ancient armory and shields, silent witnesses of battles long past. They tell stories not unlike our own spiritual battles, the unseen wars we fight in the mind, heart, and spirit. Just as soldiers wear armor to survive and prevail, so too are we called to don spiritual armor. Not made of iron, but of faith, truth, and divine wisdom. Philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche once said, “He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.” Our “why” is Yahusha and the calling Elohim has placed upon us. Our spiritual armor ensures that no matter the “how”—the attacks, temptations, or doubts! We remain steadfast. The Armor of Elohim; Pieces of Spiritual Strength. 1. Belt of Truth – Anchor your life in the unchanging Word of Elohim. Truth aligns the mind with divine reality, as the Mohegan tribes revered the earth’s natural law, recognizing that balance sustains life. 2. Breastplate of Righteousness – Protect the heart with integrity. Like the disciplined warriors of Polish Catholic traditions, righteousness shields the spirit from corruption and deception. 3. Shoes of Peace – Walk in harmony and mindfulness, echoing Buddhist teachings. Your steps are purposeful, guided by Elohim, and unshaken by fear. 4. Shield of Faith – Defend against doubts and spiritual arrows. Amadlozi remind us that our ancestors' faith transcends time, offering protection from the unseen forces that seek to hinder our path.
5. Helmet of Salvation – Guard the mind with hope and redemption. Yahusha provides clarity, ensuring that thoughts align with divine purpose.
6. Sword of the Spirit – The Word of Elohim is our offensive weapon, capable of dismantling strongholds, revealing lies, and empowering us to act boldly. The Nature of Spiritual Warfare. Qor’in’thiym 2:4 reminds us that our battle is not carnal. It is against fear, doubt, generational curses, and societal pressures. Social science research on resilience shows that spiritual practice. Mindful meditation, prayer, and affirmation. Enhances mental fortitude. Our spiritual weapons, though invisible, are scientifically effective in shaping our behavior, reactions, and inner strength.
Like the Zulu concept of Unkulunkulu, who brings life and wisdom, our spiritual armor empowers us to stand firm and move decisively. We are not passive observers but active warriors, equipped to dismantle strongholds of negativity, injustice, and oppression in our communities. Symbolism of Light in Warfare. Light illuminates hidden areas. Symbolically, each piece of our armor shines with divine energy, highlighting areas where the enemy seeks to infiltrate. Manhattan’s Museum of Natural History shows fossils and geological layers. A reminder that beneath the surface of life lie unseen forces, yet with light, truth is revealed.
Application: Walking in Full Armor
Daily Practice: Begin with prayer, recite scriptures, and affirm your divine protection. Mindful Reflection: Recognize attacks of fear, doubt, or distraction and consciously raise your shield of faith. Community Engagement; Just as warriors train together, support one another in spiritual growth. Connect with family, church, or cultural communities for reinforcement. Symbolic Action; Visualize putting on each piece of armor as you start your day. Feel the belt, breastplate, shoes, shield, helmet, and sword.
✨Thoughts ~ Our spiritual warfare is sacred, transcending the physical world. Through faith, ancestral guidance, mindfulness, and the teachings of Yahusha, we are empowered to stand firm. Every challenge becomes a stepping stone, every attack is an opportunity to exercise our divine armor. As the philosopher Marcus Aurelius said, “You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” With Elohim’s armor, that power is magnified, unstoppable, and eternal.
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Elohim, thank You for equipping us with spiritual armor. Strengthen our hearts, minds, and spirits to stand against every attack. May Yahusha guide us in truth, righteousness, faith, and love. May our lives shine as beacons of divine light, pulling down every stronghold that opposes Your will. We pray for courage, protection, and victory in Your name.
Halleluyah.
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✨ Remember; your spiritual armor is ready. Walk boldly, for Yahusha is with you.
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