![]() ![]() In some cultures, a shield covered soldiers from head to foot. The Shield of FaithĪ shield is for defense, it is for protection. Give one copy to each child at the end of the class to take home.Are our shoes for running or walking? Are they stylish and just look good? Having our feet shoed indicates a readiness to advance into the spiritual realm ( Romans 10:15). Select another exciting Bible based children's Sunday school lesson from Kids Sunday School Place. The Word of God is a powerful weapon, especially when used under the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit. The sword of the spirit represents the Word of God. The Sword of the Spirit: The Roman sword was short and lightweight so they could use it easily. Our salvation comes from Jesus, and it is a lasting protection until the day we are with Him in heaven. The helmet protects the head of the soldier, where there is the mind and spirit. The Helmet of Salvation: An essential item for a soldier's survival. When we hold on to our shield, when we hold firm to our faith in Jesus, we can go forth boldly. The best way to deflect these blows is with the shield of faith. Our spiritual enemies are constantly throwing arrows and thrusting swords towards us. The Shield of Faith: The shield protected the Roman soldier from arrows and sword blows. The Gospel is the good news about Jesus, and through it we can tell others how they can have peace with God. Likewise, before we can do battle, we must be prepared, but our preparation comes from the Gospel. We need a righteousness that comes from our Savior.įeet with the Gospel of Peace: To do battle, a soldier must be prepared to go, and good strong sandals were absolutely necessary. If we try to do battle over Satan's enemies with only our own righteousness, we will never win. If any of these were injured, the life of the soldier would be in serious jeopardy. The Breastplate of Righteousness: The typical Roman soldier wore a protective covering to cover the vital organs, like the heart, the lungs, liver, etc. If we are to stand up to evil, we must be firmly secured by the truth that is found only in Jesus. The Belt of Truth: The belt worn by a roman soldier was important because it firmly secured the soldier's weapons needed to fight. Let's cover the pieces of armor once more: Verses to Live By (Activity) Click here APPLICATION (10 minutes) God's Armor - Self Portrait (Craft) Click here ALTERNATE CLASS EXERCISE (10 minutes) How can we use each piece of spiritual armor at home? At school? At church? CLASS EXERCISE (10 minutes)įull Armor of God (Activity) Click here ALTERNATE CLASS EXERCISE (15 minutes) Why is it important that we that we put on our spiritual armor every day? (Without it we will be weak and easily defeated.)Ħ. ![]() How does God help us in the battle against evil? (He gives us the weapons and armor we need to stand strong.)ĥ. The powers of darkness will be defeated by God.)Ĥ. Should we be afraid of this battle? (No, God will help us stand against evil. What is it we fight against? (Against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.)ģ. Why do we need spiritual armor? (To stand against the wiles of the devil.)Ģ. Once you've read the verse explain how each piece of armor protects us spiritually, which in turn can protect us physically.ġ. God will empower us to fight the good fight and to make a stand against the devil. Without God's Armor and protection we do not stand a chance. This verse tells us that we must be prepared as we go into battle, a spiritual battle. SCRIPTURE READING AND DISCUSSION (15 minutes) ![]() Continue in this manner until the children can recite the verse from memory. Erase a word or two and recite the verse again. Have the children find Ephesians 6:11 Write the verse on the board and recite the verse. "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." Ephesians 6:11 NIV OPENING PRAYER AND PRAISE (5 minutes)įurther info? Click here MEMORY WORK (12 minutes) As Children arrive have them start working on these pages. Print out the word search and the color pages. Put on the Armor of God (Coloring Activity) Click here Search for God's Armor (Word Search) Click here by Kathy Harrington TOPICSĪrmor of God, Protection, Stand Firm AS KIDS ARRIVE (10 minutes) This Sunday school lesson teaches the importance of being on guard spiritually and to use all of the resources God gives us. ![]()
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