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The Battle
Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 7, 2022 (message contributor)
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1. Being Prepared For Battle
Contributed on Oct 18, 2022
How do you prepare yourself for an impending struggle/altercation?
In chapter 1, we see God's charge to Joshua and how he prepares the people to enter the Promised Land. In chapter 2, we learn how Rahab protects the spies. In chapter 3, the children of Israel cross the Jordan River. In chapter 4, the people build a monument to God. In chapter 5, the nation of ...read more
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2. How Do We Prepare Ourselves For Spiritual Struggles?
Contributed on Nov 7, 2022
We are to prepare ourselves for battles that we will soon face.
In chapter one, we see God’s charge to Joshua and how Joshua readies the people to enter the Promised Land. In chapter two, we learn how Rahab safeguards the spies. In chapter three, the children of Israel cross the Jordan River. In chapter four, the people assemble a monument to God. In chapter ...read more
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3. Grab Your Battle Rattle
Contributed on Nov 7, 2022
You cannot stand against the enemy without your battle rattle. You must be wearing the whole armor of God.
You cannot stand against the enemy without your battle rattle. You must be wearing the whole armor of God. The battle is not a natural one, therefore natural weapons are ineffective. Spiritual battles are fought with spiritual weapons. The armor has a purpose, our responsibility is to put it ...read more
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4. How Do We Know That The Spiritual Battle Is Not Ours?
Contributed on Nov 7, 2022
When we face a battle where the enemy is fierce, how can we let God fight for us?
How do we fight when we see that an enemy is so great? How do we let go and not fight when we feel that we must? Our message today comes from during a time when Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, saw a great multitude come against him and the people of Judah. Jehoshaphat called to the people to get ...read more
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5. What Does It Mean To Grab Your Battle Rattle? Part 1
Contributed on Nov 7, 2022
When facing an enemy, we must be wearing the proper gear for battle.
You cannot stand against the enemy without your battle rattle. You must be wearing the whole armor of God. The battle is not a natural one, therefore natural weapons are ineffective. Spiritual battles are fought with spiritual weapons. The armor has a purpose, our responsibility is to put it ...read more
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6. What Does It Mean To Grab Your Battle Rattle? Part 2
Contributed on Nov 7, 2022
Now we come to part 2 regarding our battle rattle.
Now we come to the second half of our sermon. In verse 15: Shoes are needed for conflict and for traversing treacherous ground. These shoes are designed for warfare. Without a pair of shoes, you can only walk or run so far. Your feet are exposed to the elements. Are our shoes for running or ...read more