Everyday Truth with Kurt Skelly

Tuesday, August 27 | Who are you praying for right now? (Ephesians 6:18)

Ephesians 6:18

Monday, August 26 | The best defense is offense. (Ephesians 6:17)

Ephesians 6:17

Too many Christians adopt an entirely defensive mindset about spiritual warfare. To be certain, God provides armor for defensive protection, but that’s not all He provides. Believers have access to the Word of God, and they are to wield it with confidence and consistency.

Friday, August 23 | Faith is your shield. (Ephesians 6:16)

Ephesians 6:16

It is not what is true that will help me; it is what I *believe* about that truth that will ultimately help me. Faith is the principle by which all believers are to live (Rom. 1:17). It is the only way by which to please God, and it is the only reliable evidence of what we claim is true.

Thursday, August 22 | Keep your shoes on! (Ephesians 6:14-15)

Ephesians 6:14-15

On today’s podcast, we discuss the protection that our gifted righteousness provides for us. We are vitally protected by what Christ has already accomplished for us on the Cross! And that same Gospel that saves us is able to save others. Soldiers need to have on the shoes of Gospel preparation as they wage spiritual warfare.

Wednesday, August 21 | The One Thing That Holds Every Other Thing Together (Ephesians 6:13-14)

Ephesians 6:13-14

The belt was essential and integral to every soldier's armor. The belt held every other piece of armor in its proper place. For the believer, the belt to be worn is the belt of truth. Without an accurate view of our God and ourselves, we cannot be effective soldiers of Jesus Christ.

Tuesday, August 20 | The *Real* Battle Every Christian Faces (Ephesians 6:10-12)

Ephesians 6:10-12

Ask the average Christian what his battle is, and he will typically list some bad circumstance or prickly person in his life. These verses help us frame the essence of real spiritual warfare. What is it? How do we prepare for it?

Monday, August 19 | Unnoticed and Unappreciated—what do I do? (Ephesians 6:5-9)

Ephesians 6:5-9

One out of every five people who lived during the first century were slaves. What was a Christian supposed to do in such an unjust institutional system? Where is the fairness? How should Christians relate to their “bosses,” and what attitude should a Christian “boss” have toward those who work for him?

Friday, August 16 | Fathers, listen up! (Ephesians 6:4)

Ephesians 6:4

A father has a profound influence on his children. This verse outlines a father's responsibility to train and teach his children. What does it mean to “bring them up”? What is the difference between training and teaching? How can fathers—sometimes even unwittingly—provide their children to wrath?

Thursday, August 15 | Children, listen up! (Ephesians 6:1-3)

Ephesians 6:1-3

Context is king in Bible interpretation, and understanding the context of this passage is essential. We will consider the following questions: What kind of parents are in view in this passage? What is the difference between obeying and honoring? Is there a limiting phrase to the extent of obedience?

Wednesday, August 14 | Marriage Summarized in One Verse (Ephesians 5:29-33)

Ephesians 5:29-33

Sometimes it is helpful to simplify. When we can distill a group or individual’s purpose down to one simple statement, it becomes easier to see one’s priorities. He can use the statement as a lens by which to view all of the lesser responsibilities. We find such a statement about marriage in today’s passage! Don’t miss it!