The Armour Series

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Hello everyone, and welcome to this brand-new series, am Matthew, and I’m really excited to share this new series with you. I hope you're settled in and ready to dig deep into something quite profound, yet so very practical. Today, we’re diving into the Armour series and, well, it’s all about that fascinating concept found in the Bible—the armour of God.

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Now, when we think of armour, what comes to mind? You might picture something medieval like knights suiting up in shining metal to head into battle. Or maybe, we imagine a modern military version, with high-tech materials designed to withstand today’s warfare. That image of protection, of being prepared for whatever’s coming our way, is really at the heart of what we’re talking about in this series.

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Scripturally, the armour of God is described in Ephesians chapter 6, verses 10 through 18. That passage is where the apostle Paul tells us to put on the whole armour of God so that we can stand strong in the face of life’s challenges, especially those that test our faith. It’s a powerful metaphor, you know, that layers spiritual readiness with these practical, almost tactical, instructions for living every day.

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Paul goes on to describe this armour in detail—the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, and so on. Each piece, we’ll find, isn’t just metaphorical, but it’s relational and has meaning for how we engage with the world and protect ourselves spiritually. But we’ll get into all of that more deeply as the series unfolds.

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So today, what I want to do is simply set the stage. This armour isn’t physical—it’s not something you can touch or try on like you would a coat or jacket. Instead, it’s spiritual, and its purpose is to safeguard our hearts, minds, and faith as we navigate a world, let’s be honest, filled with trials, distractions, and temptations.

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It’s preparedness in action. Like, think about when you prepare for a road trip or even a day at work. You plan for what you might need—tools, clothes, food, whatever it might be. The armour of God is a preparation for a different journey, a spiritual one. And it protects us at the core—our integrity, our faith, even our hope.

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And that’s really what this series is about. Over the next episodes, we’ll take time to explore each piece of this armour in detail, see how it applies to our daily lives, and uncover practical insights we can use to strengthen our spiritual walk.

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It’s such a rich topic, and I think it’s going to be a journey that brings clarity and encouragement to all of us. You know, personally, I’ve found that reflecting on these concepts has challenged and, well, strengthened me in my own life—whether it’s how I approach my work, relationships, or even just how I think about faith in today’s world.

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So as we wrap up this introduction, let me leave you with this thought: The armour of God isn’t just about defense—it’s about identity. It reminds us who we are in Christ and equips us to live boldly and purposefully, no matter what comes our way. And with that, I can’t wait to journey further into this with you. I pray that the holy spirit who is our teacher will teach us as we learn together at his feet in Jesus name amen. Read Ephesians 6 verses 10 to 18 ahead. Share with friends and family. see you in the next episode.