You can't win a battle you don't know you're fighting. The enemy is real, his attacks are strategic, and your faith, your family, and your future are on the line. But through Jesus, you've been given everything you need to stand firm. You weren't built to just get by—you were built for battle.
Conversation Starters:
Have some fun as you break the ice
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Matt destroyed his engine by putting diesel in the tank. Have you ever destroyed something you owned? What did you do?
Key Scriptures:
Let God’s word frame the conversation. Take a minute to read this selected passage together as a group
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1 Peter 5:8; John 10:10; and Ephesians 6:10-18
Discussion Questions:
Pick a few questions below to guide your time
Start Sharing:
Choose a question or two to create openness.
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The Bible tells us there is an enemy who seeks to destroy us. Matt listed deception, distraction, discouragement, division, temptation, and accusation as his tactics. Which of those seems to be his best tactic he uses on you?
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Matt referred to Ephesians 1:4-8 to remind us of our spiritual blessings. What spiritual blessings do we have to protect us against our enemy?
Start Thinking:
Chose a question or two to think critically about the subject.
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In the struggles you have today to live as God would have you live, how would an awareness of your enemy help you address those struggles?
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Matt said that Jesus has already won the battle with his righteousness, truth, peace, and strength. We are simply holding our ground against an enemy seeking to destroy us. What part of our armor do we need to put on to hold our ground?
Make it Personal:
Choose a question or two to help you identify your best next step.
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When you are feeling attacked this week. What tactic could you use in the moment to defend against that attack?
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How can you prepare yourself now for the issues you know you will be facing?
Next Steps:
Everybody has a next step. Check out some ideas below to help you grow by doing.
Prayer:
Invite God to do what only he can.
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Pray for yourself and your group that they will develop an awareness of their enemy and prepare themselves to hold the ground Jesus has already won.