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Message

SUIT UP!
“Armed & Dangerous—Helmet of Salvation & Sword of the Spirit”
Ephesians 6:17; Other Passages  

Introduction: The helmet and the sword of the soldier were both very important in a first century battle. The helmet protected the abilities of the soldier while the sword enabled the soldier to have victory over their opponent.

The Helmet of Salvation (Ephesians 6:17a)

Past—security (justification)--the past reality of our salvation delivered us from the penalty of sin (Romans 5:1-5)

Present—process (sanctification)--the present reality of our salvation frees us from the power of sin (2 Thessalonians 2:13)

Future—victory (glorification)--the future reality of our salvation will remove us from the presence of sin and the battle itself (1 Peter 1:13)

Bottom Line: The helmet of salvation is a picture of hope and assurance that comes from focusing on our ultimate salvation.

The Sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17b) (Luke 8:4-15) (Acts 8:26-39)

“For the word of God
is living and active and full of power
[making it operative, energizing, and effective].  

It is sharper than any two-edged sword,
penetrating (piercing) as far as
the division of the soul and spirit
[the completeness of a person],

and of both joints and marrow
[the deepest parts of our nature],
exposing and judging
the very thoughts and intentions of the heart.” 
(Hebrews 4:12)

Logos—the total revelation of God to a general audience

Rhema—a specific revelation of God to an individual/group

Both “logos” and “rhema”
are both the Word of God,

but “logos” is God's Word
objectively recorded in the Bible, 

while “rhema” is the word of God spoken
to us at a specific occasion.

A passage of the “logos”
can move into being “rhema”
if it becomes shown
to apply to a specific individual.

Footnote: (Ephesians 6:18) Even though the weapons are mighty; communication is essential to the soldier.

Application: To Be Successful In The War, We Must:

--Analyze Our Enemy
--Utilize Our Weaponry
--Realize Our Victory

“Yet in all these things
we are more than conquerors
through Him who loved us.”       
(Romans 8:37)

Giving

To Give Online: Click HERE

OCC Shoeboxes

Collection Deadline: November 12

We are spreading Good News and Great Joy to children around the world this Christmas! Our PCC 2023 goal is 100 boxes!

Grab a box at the exits to fill with gifts and return,
or to pack a box online, click: HERE

Deacon Nominations

Due October 29
The vote will be December 5

Pick up a nomination form at the Connect Desk or iDesk & return in the Give boxes or to the church office. 

Seniors With A Testimony

October 17—6:00pm—Legacy Suite

Join us for a soup & sandwich dinner, fellowship, and to learn more about the ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship!

Young Professionals

Sundays 11:00am—Room 4

A new connect group for singles in our 20s and 30s sharing life and growing into the fullness of Christ together. There's a place for you here!  Begins October 22

Join A Connect Group

We believe that God created human beings for authentic relationships, and spiritual growth occurs best in the context of community. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to be a part of connecting with the Pleasant City Church family! 

If you want to know more, click: HERE
or contact:

Gary—gmarburger@pccshelby.com
or Jonathan—jglisson@pccshelby.com

Pleasant City 101

11:00 am - October 22 — Room 4

Connecting people into the life of our church. Come find out who we are; what we are about; and how YOU can be a part of it!

To learn more, click: HERE

Right Now Media

Right Now Media is an extensive, faith-based video library you can access (completely FREE) whenever and wherever you want—on your phone, tablet, computer, or at home on your TV.

To sign up, click: HERE 

Clubhouse Kids Ministry

To view Clubhouse Resources which include: Worship Experiences (Bible Story), Godtime Cards, and Parent Guides: Click HERE

warehouse247 Student Ministry

Wednesday 5:30-7:45pm.  A Worship Gathering just for middle and high school students.  Cafe/Games/Worship/Teaching