Recognizing that union with Christ brings conflict with the devil, Paul urged his readers to put on the armor of God. In this message, we focus on the belt of truth, which secures all that might impede our readiness for battle. As the evil one schemes to raise doubts about God and His Word, Alistair Begg reminds us that the Gospel is our ultimate armor. Confident in Christ’s victory at the cross, we can stand firm against Satan’s attacks.
14Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
Copyright © 2020, Alistair Begg. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture taken from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. Copyright ©2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Text provided by the Crossway Bibles Web Service.
Series: Grace and Peace, Volume 8
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 1
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume one of this series, Alistair Begg explores the nature, mystery, and benefits of salvation expressed by Paul in his letter’s opening. God, the initiator of our faith, lavishes us with the immense riches of His grace, found only through faith in Christ. When we bow to Christ’s authority, He ensures our spiritual inheritance and empowers us to live for God’s glory.
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Introducing Ephesians
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3138 |
Ephesians 1:1-2 |
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Chosen in Him
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3139 |
Ephesians 1:3-6 |
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The Riches of His Grace — Part One
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3140 |
Ephesians 1:7-10 |
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The Riches of His Grace — Part Two
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3141 |
Ephesians 1:7-10 |
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To the Praise of His Glory
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3142 |
Ephesians 1:11-14 |
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The Eyes of Your Heart — Part One
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3151 |
Ephesians 1:15-20 |
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The Eyes of Your Heart — Part Two
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3152 |
Ephesians 1:15-20 |
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Till All His Foes Submit
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3153 |
Ephesians 1:21-23 |
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| Complete volume: | 14901 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 2
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume two of this series, Alistair Begg contrasts the Christian life before and after conversion. Though once alienated from God because of our sin, in Christ we are brought into God’s family and into unity with fellow believers. Through Christ, God gives us a new identity and helps us live in peace with one another so that we can bear witness to Him by our oneness.
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The Way We Were
ID: 3158
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3158 |
Ephesians 2:1-3 |
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But God...
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3165 |
Ephesians 2:4-6 |
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Saved by Grace
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3167 |
Ephesians 2:4-10 |
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Remember, Remember
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3174 |
Ephesians 2:11-12 |
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In Christ Jesus
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3175 |
Ephesians 2:13 |
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Peace in a Hostile World
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3176 |
Ephesians 2:14-18 |
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Where God Lives
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3177 |
Ephesians 2:19-22 |
CD DVD | |
| Complete volume: | 14902 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 3
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume three of this series, Alistair Begg examines Paul’s zeal for the Gospel despite his suffering and imprisonment. Called by God, Paul prayed and preached confidently, revealing the mystery that both Jews and Gentiles are brought near to God through Christ’s saving work. Rooted and grounded in Jesus, we will increasingly reflect His glory to the world around us.
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Paul: Prisoner and Steward
ID: 3188
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3188 |
Ephesians 3:1-2 |
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What a Mystery!
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3189 |
Ephesians 3:3-6 |
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A Gospel Minister
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3190 |
Ephesians 3:7-8 |
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The Plan of the Mystery
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3191 |
Ephesians 3:9 |
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God’s Manifold Wisdom
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3192 |
Ephesians 3:10 |
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The Best Is Yet to Be!
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3196 |
Ephesians 3:11-13 |
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I Bow My Knees — Part One
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3197 |
Ephesians 3:14-19 |
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I Bow My Knees — Part Two
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3198 |
Ephesians 3:16-17 |
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I Bow My Knees — Part Three
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3199 |
Ephesians 3:18-19 |
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A Doxology
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3200 |
Ephesians 3:20-21 |
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| Complete volume: | 14903 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 4
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
Unity is the overarching theme of volume four of this series, in which Alistair Begg explores Paul’s teaching on the beliefs and behaviors that solidify Christian oneness. More than any shared experiences or some moral code practiced in a common building, union with and in Christ enables us to declare in unison that we are truly children of God.
| Message | ID | Scripture | Buy | Free |
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Therefore...
ID: 3207
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3207 |
Ephesians 4:1 |
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Humility and Unity
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3208 |
Ephesians 4:2-3 |
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One Body, One Spirit, One Hope — Part One
ID: 3211
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3211 |
Ephesians 4:4-6 |
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One Body, One Spirit, One Hope — Part Two
ID: 3212
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3212 |
Ephesians 4:4 |
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One Lord
ID: 3213
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3213 |
Ephesians 4:5 |
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One Faith
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3214 |
Ephesians 4:5 |
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One Baptism
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3217 |
Ephesians 4:5 |
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One God and Father of All
ID: 3218
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3218 |
Ephesians 4:6 |
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Over, Through, and In All
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3219 |
Ephesians 4:6 |
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| Complete volume: | 14904 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 5
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume five of this series, Alistair Begg emphasizes the importance of faithful preaching for the spiritual maturity of individuals as well as the church. Exhorting his readers to “walk worthy of the calling you have received,” Paul taught that we testify to the Gospel’s power and our identity in Christ best when our lifestyles mirror our faith. How will we respond?
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To Each One of Us
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3226 |
Ephesians 4:7-10 |
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Gifts of the Ascended Lord
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3230 |
Ephesians 4:11-12 |
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Pastors and Teachers
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3233 |
Ephesians 4:12-13 |
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Time to Grow Up
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3234 |
Ephesians 4:14-16 |
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Saying No to the Old Life
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3235 |
Ephesians 4:17-19 |
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In Christ Alone
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3236 |
Ephesians 4:20-24 |
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Do Not Give the Devil a Foothold
ID: 3237
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3237 |
Ephesians 4:25-28 |
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Do Not Grieve the Holy Spirit of God
ID: 3238
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3238 |
Ephesians 4:29-32 |
CD DVD | |
| Complete volume: | 14905 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 6
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
Holiness and purity come to the fore in volume six of this series, as Alistair Begg takes a closer look at how Christian lives should stand out from the surrounding culture’s darkness. Radically changed by God’s grace, believers must saturate their minds in God’s Word and be filled with the Holy Spirit to make wise choices and to look increasingly like our heavenly Father.
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Walk in Love — Part One
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3250 |
Ephesians 5:1-2 |
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Walk in Love — Part Two
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3251 |
Ephesians 5:3-4 |
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Let No One Deceive You
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Ephesians 5:5-6 |
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Walk in Light — Part One
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3254 |
Ephesians 5:8 |
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Walk in Light — Part Two
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Ephesians 5:7-14 |
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Walking in Wisdom
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3256 |
Ephesians 5:15-17 |
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Filled with the Spirit — Part One
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Ephesians 5:18-19 |
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Filled with the Spirit — Part Two
ID: 3263
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3263 |
Ephesians 5:18-19 |
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| Complete volume: | 14906 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 7
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume seven of this series, Alistair Begg focuses on God’s design for marriage and the roles He gives to spouses. Though we may shrink from words like “submission,” God has called each of us—husbands and wives, married and single—to practice humility and selfless love. When we sacrifice for each other, we glorify God and paint a picture of Christ’s heart for His people.
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Giving Thanks
ID: 3264
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3264 |
Ephesians 5:20 |
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Submitting to One Another
ID: 3265
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3265 |
Ephesians 5:21 |
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Marriage: An Introduction
ID: 3274
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3274 |
Ephesians 5:22-33 |
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A Word to Wives
ID: 3275
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3275 |
Ephesians 5:22-24 |
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A Word to Husbands — Part One
ID: 3276
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3276 |
Ephesians 5:25 |
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A Word to Husbands — Part Two
ID: 3277
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3277 |
Ephesians 5:25 |
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A Word to Husbands — Part Three
ID: 3278
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3278 |
Ephesians 5:28-30 |
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Marriage: God's Design
ID: 3279
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3279 |
Ephesians 5:31-33 |
CD DVD | |
| Complete volume: | 14907 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 8
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume eight of this series, Alistair Begg studies our duties in the family and workplace. Whether we are superiors or subordinates, our actions should be marked by grace and good works, always pointing to Christ. We are also reminded of the reality of spiritual warfare and urged to “armor up” with truth and righteousness. In Christ, the Bible says, we will have victory.
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Children
ID: 3281
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3281 |
Ephesians 6:1 |
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The Duty of Children
ID: 3283
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3283 |
Ephesians 6:1-3 |
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A Word to Fathers — Part One
ID: 3287
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3287 |
Ephesians 6:4 |
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A Word to Fathers — Part Two
ID: 3289
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3289 |
Ephesians 6:4 |
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Bondservants and Masters
ID: 3291
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3291 |
Ephesians 6:5-9 |
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Wholehearted Obedience
ID: 3296
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3296 |
Ephesians 6:5-9 |
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Wholehearted Service
ID: 3297
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3297 |
Ephesians 6:5-9 |
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Spiritual Warfare — Part One
ID: 3298
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3298 |
Ephesians 6:10-20 |
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Spiritual Warfare — Part Two
ID: 3299
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3299 |
Ephesians 6:10-20 |
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A Call to Battle
ID: 3302
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3302 |
Ephesians 6:10-11 |
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Be Strong, Stand Firm
ID: 3303
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3303 |
Ephesians 6:10-13 |
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The Belt of Truth
ID: 3306
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3306 |
Ephesians 6:14 |
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The Breastplate of Righteousness
ID: 3307
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3307 |
Ephesians 6:14 |
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| Complete volume: | 14908 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
Other messages in: Grace and Peace, Volume 9
The theologian John Mackay once described the book of Ephesians as “the distilled essence of the Christian religion, the most authoritative and most consummate compendium of our holy Christian faith.” Writing to a church facing timeless challenges, the apostle Paul set out to remind his readers of all that God has accomplished for us in Christ—and what we then do and become in response. Throughout history, the resulting six chapters have brought countless people to an understanding of their place in the purposes of God and the wonders of His grace and peace.
In volume nine of this series, Alistair Begg explains how to put on the armor of God. When we trust God’s promises, we can take up the shoes of the gospel, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit. Prayer, too, is a mighty weapon in our fight. These tools equip us to push back the darkness and direct others to the Light of the World, Jesus.
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Gospel Shoes
ID: 3311
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3311 |
Ephesians 6:15 |
CD DVD | |
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The Shield of Faith
ID: 3314
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3314 |
Ephesians 6:16 |
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The Helmet of Salvation — Part One
ID: 3315
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3315 |
Ephesians 6:17 |
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The Helmet of Salvation — Part Two
ID: 3316
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3316 |
Ephesians 6:17 |
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The Sword of the Spirit — Part One
ID: 3317
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3317 |
Ephesians 6:17 |
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The Sword of the Spirit — Part Two
ID: 3318
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3318 |
Ephesians 6:17 |
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Praying...
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3319 |
Ephesians 6:18 |
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All Prayer
ID: 3320
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3320 |
Ephesians 6:18 |
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Pray Also for Me — Part One
ID: 3327
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3327 |
Ephesians 6:19-20 |
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Pray Also for Me — Part Two
ID: 3328
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3328 |
Ephesians 6:19-20 |
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Tychicus Will Tell You
ID: 3329
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3329 |
Ephesians 6:21-22 |
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Peace, Love, Grace
ID: 3331
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3331 |
Ephesians 6:23-24 |
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| Complete volume: | 14909 | USB CD Series DVD Series MP3 CD Series | ||
