THE WEAPONS OF OUR WARFARE
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2 Corinthians 10:3-5
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.
Discover It
In our day-to-day lives, we face many challenges and battles. Some of these battles are visible, like disagreements with friends or family, while others are invisible, happening within our minds and hearts. The Bible teaches us that our real struggles aren't just physical but spiritual. This means that the tools we use to fight these battles are also spiritual. Paul, here in his letter to the Corinthians, reminds us that even though we live in this world, we don't fight like the world does. Instead of physical weapons, God equips us with spiritual ones that have incredible power. These weapons can demolish strongholds—places where the enemy tries to trap us with lies and temptations. By relying on God's truth, prayer, and the Holy Spirit, we can overcome these challenges and grow stronger in our faith.
Ask It
1. What do you think Paul means by "strongholds" in our lives? Can you think of any examples of strongholds that people might face today?
2. What are some "weapons" that the world uses to solve problems? How are they different from the spiritual weapons Paul talks about?
3. What spiritual weapons has God given us to fight against spiritual battles? (Hint: Think about prayer, faith, God's Word, etc.)
4. How can we take our thoughts captive and make them obedient to Christ? Can you share a time when you had a negative or troubling thought and used God's truth to overcome it?
Live It
1. Use the spiritual weapons the Lord gives you in your everyday life at school, at work, at home… everywhere!
2. Take practical steps with your friends and family to support each other in using these spiritual weapons.
3. Learn more about all the spiritual weapons the Lord gives you to win in this life and the life to come. Some of these scriptures are 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Ephesians 6:10-18, and Revelation 12:10-12.
Pray It
Lord, thank You for equipping us with powerful spiritual weapons. Help us to remember to use them in our daily lives and to support one another as we grow in faith. Guide us in taking our thoughts captive and making them obedient to You. May we always stand firm in Your truth. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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