Playground or Battlefield

Jul 30, 2023    Heath Watts

We are reminded that we live on a spiritual battleground, not a playground. The enemy is real and actively working against us, but we have the power to fight back through God's armor. Ephesians 6:10-18 outlines this armor: the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, and sword of the Spirit. We must recognize that our true battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces. By putting on God's armor daily, we equip ourselves to stand firm against the enemy's attacks and live out our faith boldly.


Chapters


Chapter 1: Introduction: The Reality of Spiritual Warfare

Timestamp: 0:00 - 3:00

We are living on a battleground, not a playground, and must recognize the spiritual warfare around us.


Chapter 2: The First Attack: Flesh and Blood

Timestamp: 3:00 - 7:00

The first attack of the enemy is through our flesh, which constantly battles against the spirit.


Chapter 3: The World's Systems: Conformity and Distraction

Timestamp: 7:00 - 11:00

We must be aware of the world's systems that try to conform us to its patterns and distract us from eternity.


Chapter 4: The Schemes of the Enemy

Timestamp: 11:00 - 15:00

We must understand the enemy's schemes, including isolation, intimidation, and division.


Chapter 5: Fighting the Right Battle

Timestamp: 15:00 - 19:00

We are called to fight back against the enemy, but in the right way and against the right opponent.