The Bible is full of strategy. God moves in different ways at different times. Like a football team has mapped out their plays, like an army general would map out battle strategy, we can find in scripture promises to follow that will give us victory in every day life.
Who is/who is NOT the enemy? Read Ephesians 6:12 & discuss as a group.
Be on guard, but don’t give him too much attention. How do we stay on guard? What are we looking for? Read I Peter 5:8 & discuss as a group.
Worship is an offensive weapon, in this battle. How do you use it in your life? Does looking at it like a weapon change anything for you? Read II Chronicles 20:22 & discuss as a group.
Put on your armor. Read Ephesians 6:10-18 & discuss each piece of armor separately.
Belt of truth. What does this mean? What are the implications of “truth” being your belt? (also read: John 14:6)
Breastplate of righteousness. What does righteousness mean? Why do you think it’s listed as the breastplate? (also read: 2 Corinthians 5:21)
Shoes of peace. Why is peace listed as the shoes? (also read: John 14:27)
Helmet of salvation. Why do you think salvation is the covering for your head? (also read: Romans 10:9)
Shield of Faith. What is faith shielding you from? (read also: Hebrews 11:1)
Sword of the Spirit. Why do you think you need a weapon in this fight? (read also: Hebrews 4:12)
Practical tools for studying the Bible:
Study Bible with cross references
Google cross reference a passage that speaks to me.
Bible Dictionary
Search verses in whatever area you want to grow.
YouVersion Bible App
The Bible Project on YouTube
What’s your favorite Bible Study tool?
Try a new Bible Study method! Something you’ve never tried before.
Take one of the above verses and meditate on it each week this month.