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Sword of the Spirit (Word of God) — the only offensive weapon; prayer as the capstone

20 Questions with Pastor Mike (Episode 23) 00:57:38 – 00:59:11

Sixth and final piece of armor: the one offensive weapon in the full armor. Paul adds prayer outside the armor list.

Ephesians 6:17b-18: 'the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God...praying at all times in the Spirit with all prayer and supplication.' The sword is the only offensive tool; everything else is defensive. The word of God could mean the gospel itself or all of Scripture or both. Scripture provides discernment, promises to claim, truths to hold, direction, correction, and rebuke. Prayer is not a named piece of armor but the capstone practice that animates all the rest.

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