Use the Word

“Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” – Ephesians 6:17 The final piece of this series of armor is the sword of the Spirit. The Bible teaches that the sword of the Spirit is the Word of God. Here’s how you fight: You use the Word; you speak the Word. Remember how Jesus resisted Satan in the desert? When Satan said, “Turn this stone into bread,” Jesus answered, “It is written.” When Satan tempted Him to jump off the cliff, Jesus replied, “It is written.” This is more than just a teaching—it’s a vital conversation. When Satan told Jesus to bow down and worship him in exchange for everything, Jesus answered, “It is written.” When you feel like giving up, how can you respond? It is written. When you have responsibilities, people to care for, a group to lead, a