Ephesians 6. Day 118 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Ephesians 6. Day 118 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes:  Today's Scripture: Ephesians 6(CSB) Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan Contact Sean through email here:  [email protected] NTIY on Facebook: Facebook.com/newtestamentinayear NTIY Website: www.newtestamentinayear.com Episode Highlights: Relationships Governed by Christ. Duty and Respect in Service.  The Full Armor of God.  "Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this darkness, against evil, spiritual forces in the heavens." Ephesians 6:11-12 Ephesians 6 brings Paul’s teaching on the Spirit-filled life into the everyday places where faith is lived out: the home, our responsibilities, and the unseen spiritual battle around us. Paul begins by addressing children and parents, showing that obedience, honor, discipline, and instruction are not merely family values, but discipleship issues. He then speaks to servants and masters within the world of the first-century church, reminding every believer that our work, authority, service, and leadership are ultimately lived before the Lord. In every role, Christ remains the true Master. As the letter closes, Paul lifts our eyes to the reality of spiritual warfare. Our struggle is not finally against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil. Because of that, we are not called to stand in our own wisdom, strength, or willpower. We are called to be strengthened in the Lord and to put on the full armor of God. Truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer are all necessary for the believer to stand firm. Ephesians 6 will help you reflect on faithful obedience in daily life, Christ-centered relationships, and the spiritual readiness we need as we follow Jesus in a world filled with real opposition.