STRENGTH FOR THE STRUGGLE!
Life Application Point: God doesn’t promise to remove the struggle, but He equips us with His strength to stand firm in it.
Ephesians 6:10-18; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
Sunday, August 3, 2025
LIVING THROUGH LIFE’S HARD HITS SERIES
Life often delivers hard hits—unexpected losses, deep disappointments, spiritual battles, and seasons of waiting that test our faith. Our new sermon series, “Living Through Life’s Hard Hits,” is designed to offer real hope and biblical truth for these tough moments. Each message will explore how God works through pain with purpose, brings strength in struggles, equips us for warfare, offers peace in pressure, and promises victory—even when vindication seems delayed. Whether you’re waiting on a breakthrough or wrestling with the weight of your circumstances, this series will remind you that you’re not alone—and that with God, every hard hit can lead to deeper growth and lasting triumph.
Ephesians 6:10-18; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
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I. THE SOURCE OF STRENGTH – DIVINE DEPENDENCE!
Ephesians 6:10
A. Rely on God’s Power, Not Personal Performance.
B. Rest in His Might, Not Human Might.
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II. THE SUIT FOR THE STRUGGLE – DEFENSIVE DRESS!
Ephesians 6:11-13
A. Comprehensive Covering.
B. Constant Readiness – “Having Done All to Stand.”
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III. THE STRATEGY OF SATAN – DESTRUCTIVE DECEPTION!
Ephesians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 10:4
A. He Manipulates the Mind.
B. He Constructs Strongholds.
C. He Counters the Cross.
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IV. THE STRENGTH IN SUBMISSION – DELIBERATE DISCIPLINE!
2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8
A. Capture Thoughts Intentionally.
B. Commit Thoughts to Christ.
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V. THE SHIELD OF FAHT – DEFENSIVE DEFLECTION!
Ephesians 6:16
A. Faith Blocks the Flames.
B. Faith Builds Fortitude.
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VI: THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT – DIVINE DECLARATION!
Ephesians 6:17
A. Scriptures Slays Strongholds.
B. Truth Triumphs Over Temptation.
VII: THE SECRET OF STANDING – DETERMINED PRAYER!
Ephesians 6:18
A. Prayer Positions Us in Power.
B. Prayer Protects Our Peace.
CONCLUSION: Winning the War Within
2 Corinthians 4:8
- His power empowers you.
- His armor protects you.
- His truth transforms you.
- His Spirit strengthens you.
- His Word arms you.
- His presence sustains you.
Additional Notes:
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Illustration References:
[1] KJV
[2] Kay Arthur, As Silver Refined: Learning to Embrace Life’s Disappointments (Colorado Springs: WaterBrook Press, 1999), 45.
[3] https://gccsatx.com/hymns/victory-in-jesus/, accessed August 1, 2025
Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section. Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section.