Looking Above ep. 32 - Ephesians 6:10-24 / Guidance

On this episode, Karen and Brooklyn wrap up their discussion on the book of Ephesians with a chat about the armor of God and the spiritual battle that surrounds us. 

1. Tell a story of a fight you had with someone when you were much younger.
2. Verse 12 says our battle is not against flesh and blood enemies. Why is this important information? How do we maintain that perspective when we are "fighting" with another person?
3. When life gets hard (temptation, inter-personal conflict) who's strength do you operate in?  What "armor" do you rely on? 
4.  How have you seen relying on your own strength and on "worldly" armor to be undependable or faulty strategies?
5. Have you ever been in a situation where you know it was God's power sustaining you, because your power was gone?  Describe that situation. How might we rely on God's power in all situations (not just when our power is gone)?
6. As a group, discuss each of the pieces of armor and how it equips you to fight a spiritual battle.
7. Do you have, or have you had a spiritual mentor?  What is that relationship like?
8. How might this group work together to seek God's will in your lives individually, and God's will for the group?

The Takeaway: We all need people in our lives who will give us godly advice and remind us that we're in a spiritual battle.  Seeking guidance is a discipline. 

Action Step: Pray about seeking a mentor or spiritual director who can help you seek God's will in your life. Invite someone into this role.