Truth Righteousness Gospel of Peace Faith Salvation Word of God The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17) Truth Righteousness Gospel of Peace Faith Salvation Word of God Praying always 1

Put on the Whole Armor of God Ephesians 6:13-20 Stand your ground with God’s armor Praying always with all… (6:18) Prayer: Address God in communication Supplication: Request, entreaty In the Spirit: Acc. to God’s will (Jas. 4:15) Watchful (vigilant) with all perseverance (endurance), petitioning for the saints Preaching the gospel (6:19-20) Boldly, clearly and purposefully 2

Pray for Paul…Preachers and Preaching Ephesians 6:13-20 Paul asked for their prayers, 6:19-20 To speak the right words, 6:19 logos (word, speech, discourse, utterance) To have the right deportment, 6:19, 20 Boldly: Assurance, confidence To achieve the right purpose, 6:19 To make known the mystery of the gospel To fulfill his moral obligation, 6:20 Ambassador (chosen representative), 2 Co. 5:20 3

Bless be the tie that binds 4/13/2017 4:14 AM Ephesians 6:21-24 Bless be the tie that binds 4 © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

But that you may know my affairs and how I am doing… the tie that binds Tychicus, a beloved and faithful minister in the Lord, will make all things known to you… Ephesians 6:21-24 5 © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Bless be the Tie that Binds, Eph. 6:21-22 Knowing the welfare of each other brings blessings, 6:21; Rom. 12:15-16 Pray more fervently Rejoice more earnestly Comfort with more assurance Encourage more personally and specifically Rebuke with caring love Not meddling (sin), 1 Pet. 4:15 Unity of brotherly affection, 1 Cor. 12:25-27 6

Bless be the Tie that Binds, Eph. 6:21-22 Why Paul sent Tychicus to Ephesus, 6:21-22 So they could know Paul’s situation, Col. 4:7-9 So they could be comforted, 6:22 By knowing of Paul’s condition and faithfulness By the assurance contained in this epistle God has accomplished His eternal purpose for human redemption in Christ – do not lose heart! 3:11-13, 20-21 We can follow this example of care 7

Bless be the Tie that Binds, Eph. 6:21-22 Example of Tychicus, 6:21-22 Beloved brother, 1 Jno. 4:7-11; Prov. 18:24 Sympathetic, friendly and tenderhearted – able to comfort, 6:22 Faithful minister, Col. 4:7 He had Paul’s confidence (fellow servant) He had shown himself trustworthy, Acts 20:4 (2 Cor. 8:23) Such faithfulness is a rare commodity (Phil. 2:20-23) 8

4/13/2017 4:14 AM Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessings Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen. Ephesians 6:23-24 9 © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Closing Salutation, Eph. 6:23-24 The substance of blessings, 6:23 Peace to the brethren, 6:23 (tranquility); Eph. 2:17-22 Love with faith, 6:23 (united); 3:17-19 Faith working through love, Gal. 5:6 Live in God’s love as we obey Christ, 1 Jno. 5:3 10

Closing Salutation, Eph. 6:23-24 The source of blessings, 6:23 From God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 6:23; 1:3 God’s grace be to all who love Christ in sincerity, 6:24 Purity, with genuine love, not corrupt “Walk in love”, 5:2 Undivided loyalty, Matt. 6:24 Amen. So it is; so be it 11

Redemption is complete in Christ, 1:3 Be faithful saints and glorify God, 1:1; 3:21 12