Heart Under Armor - Breastplate of Righteousness

Pastor Ray Phillips shares insights on the "breastplate of righteousness" and its significance in a believer's life, drawing analogies with a soldier's armor. He emphasizes how the righteousness given to us by Jesus acts as spiritual protection and highlights the role of Jesus as both King and Priest, connecting this with the biblical figure Melchizedek, who prefigures Christ's eternal priesthood. Pastor Ray challenges the congregation to reflect on where their spiritual battles are truly fought—not just in obvious places like worldly areas of perceived sin but within the church and within their own lives. He encourages believers to view themselves not as spiritual paupers but as spiritually empowered children of God protected by Christ’s righteousness.Pastor Ray cautions against neglecting the internal spiritual struggle and urges the congregation to recognize Jesus as their ultimate advocate and source of strength. By exploring the scripture and historical contexts, he shows that our righteousness comes not from self-driven efforts but from Jesus, who stands as our righteousness before God. He further explains the importance of understanding the protective and empowering role of spiritual armor, inviting congregants to stand firm in their faith, recognizing their role as beloved children of the King, and ensuring that they are equipped to face spiritual battles with confidence and faith in Christ’s intercessory work.