The Tabernacle – The Use of Brass in the Fence

When God gave Moses instructions for the Tabernacle, He also gave him specific details about the curtained fence around its courtyard. Last time we talked about the messages woven into His choice of white linen. Now we will begin to cover the meaning of the support system for those curtains. This is the scripture we … Continue reading The Tabernacle – The Use of Brass in the Fence

What is the Helmet of Salvation? Armor of God Part 6

Here is a picture of a Roman soldier's helmet with added Christian decoration.  As I said in the introduction, the Armor of God does not look like a soldier's armor.  Still, you will discover that there are some similarities in the way our head is covered when we wear the Helmet of Salvation. The helmet … Continue reading What is the Helmet of Salvation? Armor of God Part 6

What Does it Mean to Shod Your Feet with the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace? Armor of God – Part 4

As I illustrated in the introduction of this series, the armor of God doesn't look like the armor of a Roman soldier. Instead, it resembles the everyday clothing of a priest in the Temple. The other thing you may not know is Temple priests did not wear shoes. They were barefoot. This being the case, what does … Continue reading What Does it Mean to Shod Your Feet with the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace? Armor of God – Part 4

What is the Breastplate of Righteousness? Armor of God Part 3

Yesterday, we looked at the Belt of Truth, and today we are going to discover what it means to wear the Breastplate of Righteousness. Law enforcement personnel often wear flack vests--a type of breastplate.  It is worn for protection or defense. But most of us have never worn a breastplate.  Still, in Ephesians 6:14b, God … Continue reading What is the Breastplate of Righteousness? Armor of God Part 3