Playlist: Helmet of Salvation (topic)
Darts
Sermon by John O. ReidThe helmet of salvation occupies a distinctive place among the pieces of armor described in Ephesians 6:17, protecting only a small portion of the body yet safeguarding the most vital function—the mind, where thoughts, hopes, and actions originate. A personal combat experience from the Korean War illustrates this vividly: …
Are You Fighting the Good Fight?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe helmet of salvation occupies a distinct place among the pieces of armor described in Ephesians 6, requiring that the shield be positioned first since its handle could not pass over the helmet. Historically, the helmet and sword were the two items handed to the soldier by an armor bearer rather than picked up independently, …
Stand Firm in the Truth
Sermon by John O. ReidThe helmet of salvation, drawn from Ephesians 6:10-18, is presented as the piece of armor designed specifically to protect the head—the seat of thinking and reasoning—during spiritual conflict. It represents the hope of salvation properly understood, and this hope preserves believers during the many blows and attacks …
Warfare!
Sermon by John O. ReidThe helmet of salvation appears within the broader description of the armor of God found in Ephesians 6, offered as one of the essential pieces of spiritual equipment believers must take up in order to stand firm in the all-out war being waged against them. This piece of armor is defined specifically as the focus on the hope of …
Knowing, Following, and Striving for Christ
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsOur goal is to know Christ on a personal basis, knowing the power of His resurrection. This knowledge should be a practical understanding of His power.
Are You Being Brainwashed? (Part 3)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe media's steady stream of brainwashing has painted 'fundamentalists' with a broad brush, ridiculing faith, belief in God, Jesus Christ, and the Bible.
Debate
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Bible takes a very dim view of argument, debate, discord, and strife. In all matters of contention, we must strive to put ourselves above the fray.
Elements of Motivation (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the familiar triumvirate (faith, hope, and love), faith serves as the foundation, love serves as the goal, and hope serves as the great motivator.
What is Acceptable to the Lord
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhile Jesus associated with harlots and publicans, He did not condone their works nor had fellowship with the works of darkness. We must follow His example.