English Sermon: Armor of God: Belt & Sword

Belt of Truth & Sword of the Spirit

Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
— Ephesians 6:14 (ESV)
and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,
— Ephesians 6:17 (ESV)
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
— Hebrews 4:12-13 (ESV)
I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.
— 1 Timothy 1:12-15 (NIV)