BATTLEFIELD

Several weeks ago, our Student Ministry wrapped up a series called BATTLEFIELD. It was based out of Ephesians 6 and the Armor of God. And it happened after months of watching the enemy attack our students left and right. The series seemed to be pretty powerful for both the students and adults. Here is a breakdown of what we did each week.

WEEK 1

• Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12
• Illustration/Creative Element: The song "Our God" and a chess board to show how the enemy looks at our life and strategically moves in for the kill.
• Main Point: In order to win the battle, we must first identify Satan as the enemy and God as our defender.

WEEK 2

• Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-14a (Belt of Truth)
• Illustration/Creative Element: Interview w/ Satan video
• Main Point: The battle is won by living in truth, not lies.

WEEK 3

• Scripture: Ephesians 6:14b-15 (Breastplate of Righteousness/Shoes of Peace)
• Illustration/Creative Element: Rap with worship band FEAT ZaYa
• Main Point: The breastplate of righteousness helps us live as God desires and the shoes of peace help us encourage others to do the same.

WEEK 4

• Scripture: Ephesians 6:16 (Shield of Faith)
• Illustration/Creative Element: Student skit and shield/arrow scene from movie "300"
• Main Point: Faith means I know who God is and that He is present even with the answers are not.

WEEK 5

• Scripture: Ephesians 6:17 (Helmet of Salvation/Sword of Spirit)
• Illustration/Creative Element: Funny video from Za Ya and Beau, "Battlefield" bumper sung by some of our volunteers, plus samurai sword during the message showing power to fight back against the enemy
• Main Point: Our salvation protects us, and we must fight back against the enemy with God's Word.