1. What is the Armor of God?
1.1. God's armor brings victory because it is far more than a protective covering. It is the very life of Jesus Christ Himself.
1.1.1. [P]ut on the armor of light," wrote Paul in his letter to the Romans, "...clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ." (Romans 13:12-14)
1.1.2. "I am the vine; you are the branches," said Jesus. "If a man abides in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." (John 15:5)
1.2. What happens when I put it on?
1.2.1. When you do, He becomes your hiding place, and shelter in the storm--just as He was to David. Hidden in Him, you can count on His victory, for He not only covers you as a shield, He also fills you with His life.
1.3. What are the pieces of the armor of God?
1.3.1. Sword of the spirit GOD'S WORD
1.3.1.1. Heb. 4:12; Matt. 4:2-11; 1 Pet. 3:15; Ps. 119:110-112
1.3.1.2. God's Word countering spiritual deception and accusations
1.3.1.3. Thank you for the scriptures you have given me to memorize. Please show me which one(s) you want me to use to cut through deceptions and gain your victory in any battle I may face today.
1.3.1.4. Know and Affirm
1.3.1.4.1. The power of God's Word to counter deception and triumph over spiritual foes.
1.3.1.5. Recognize and Resist
1.3.1.5.1. The power of thoughts, words and affirmations to change reality and direct spiritual forces.
1.3.2. Helmet of SALVATION
1.3.2.1. Salvation through Christ today and forever
1.3.2.1.1. Each day
1.3.2.1.2. For eternity
1.3.2.2. Thank you for promising me salvation both for today's battles and for all eternity.
1.3.2.3. Know and Affirm
1.3.2.3.1. God's promises of daily and eternal salvation in Jesus Christ.
1.3.2.4. Recognize and Resist
1.3.2.4.1. Evolving spiritually by growing in consciousness staying tuned to the cosmic mind.
1.3.3. Shield of FAITH
1.3.3.1. Living by faith
1.3.3.1.1. Rom. 4:18-21; Heb. 11:1; 1 Pet. 1:6-7
1.3.3.2. Thank you for helping me have faith in you. I choose to count on everything you have shown me about yourself--and everything you have promised me in your Word.
1.3.3.3. Know and Affirm
1.3.3.3.1. Our continual trust in God, His Word, and His promises.
1.3.3.4. Recognize and Resist
1.3.3.4.1. Trust in Self, inner wisdom, dreams, visions, gods, goddess, cosmic force, coincidences, etc.
1.3.4. Sandals of PEACE
1.3.4.1. Inner peace and readiness
1.3.4.1.1. Rom. 5:1; Eph. 2:14; John 14:27, 16:33, 20:21
1.3.4.2. Thank you for the peace you give me when I trust and follow you. Show me how to help others find that peace.
1.3.4.3. Know and Affirm
1.3.4.3.1. Our peace through our union and ongoing relationship with Jesus Christ.
1.3.4.4. Recognize and Resist
1.3.4.4.1. Peace through occult practices and union with a cosmic force or nature spirits.
1.3.5. Breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS
1.3.5.1. The Righteousness of Jesus in you
1.3.5.1.1. Psalm 100:3; Rom. 3:23-24, 6:23; Gal. 2:20-21; Phil. 3:8-10
1.3.5.2. Thank you for showing me the truth about myself--that on my own I could never be good enough to live in your presence. Thank you for taking my sins to the cross and offering me your righteous life. Lord, show me any sin that I need to confess right now, so that nothing will hinder me from being filled to overflowing with your Spirit. [Take time for confession] Thank you for forgiving me and for filling me with your righteous life.
1.3.5.3. Know and Affirm
1.3.5.3.1. Jesus Christ and His blood, which cleanses us from sin. The cross which frees us from bondage to selfish nature
1.3.5.4. Recognize and Resist
1.3.5.4.1. The natural goodness, connectedness, and sacredness of all life.
1.3.6. Belt of TRUTH
1.3.6.1. God
1.3.6.1.1. Deut. 4:39; Psalm 23:1; 18:1-3
1.3.6.2. Thank you, my Lord, for showing me the truth about yourself. Thank you for reminding me that You are the only God, the Creator of heaven and earth, the King of the universe, my Father who loves me, and my Shepherd who leads me. You are my wisdom, my counselor, my hope, and my strength. You are everything I need each day.
1.3.6.3. Know and affirm:
1.3.6.3.1. His sovereignty, love, wisdom, and holiness. (Deut. 4:39; Ps. 18:1-3)
1.3.6.4. Recognize and Resist
1.3.6.4.1. Pantheistic, monistic, polytheistic gods and goddesses.
2. Sowing & Reaping
3. Dreams
3.1. Principles
3.1.1. It takes a dream to wake up your faith, but it takes faith to make your dream come true.
3.1.2. Your dream succeeds when you understand it is God's gift to you. If you can do ti with the ability that you have, it is probably not God's dream.
3.1.3. Dreams involve you and blss you, but they will ultimately affect other people in a most positive and humbling way. Did you know that the dream that God has given you has the ability to touch humanity in ways you have not imagined?
3.1.4. The giver of dreams wants you to flourish; He wants you to prosper -- that is not a question.
3.2. Introspection
3.2.1. Take a few moments and write your impressions about the point below. This is an important step in clarifying and realizing your dreams. What does the statement below mean to you with regard to your own dreams: "It takes a dream to wake up your faith, but it takes faith to make your dream come true
3.2.2. What are some areas where your vision has been boxed in?
3.2.3. Which of your dreams might be simply "ideas and wishes"? (There is nothing wrong with them; you simply don't want to confuse them with dreaming by design.) Write these down for consideration.
3.2.4. Why can you believe that your dreams are bigger than you?
3.2.5. What challenges do you have in believing this?
3.2.6. As you examine the dreams you could invest in, what motivations (both good and bad) come to light?
3.2.7. Of all your dreams, which ones are the biggest? (Don't filter your responses!)
3.2.8. In what areas of life have I struggled with commitment?
3.2.8.1. Why?
3.2.9. What mistakes are trying to mock your miracle?
3.2.9.1. Sins of sexual immorality
3.2.10. What "parrots" are targeting your big, wild dreams?
3.2.11. What fears are you fighting?
3.2.12. How can you be generous today?
3.2.13. Out of all your dreams which ones can you see working on this year?
3.2.13.1. Christian Rap
3.2.13.1.1. Albums
3.2.13.1.2. Record Label
3.2.13.1.3. Skills and equipment
3.2.13.1.4. Live performances
3.2.13.1.5. Collaborations with Major Christian Artists
3.2.13.2. Comedy
3.2.13.2.1. Youthful Comedy Pranks & Stand-up & Large Mindmap of the Science of Humor
3.2.13.3. LXRHawaii Automated
3.2.13.3.1. Contracts with every company
3.2.13.3.2. Girls answering the phone for me // Calling them back and getting the Credit card information and handling the invoice
3.2.13.3.3. Video's for every section, buy now buttons