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FIRST DAY: Read the notes with all Scripture references. 1. Which point in the lecture was most helpful to you? How did you apply it?

Answer these questions, using the Scripture passages given. For challenge questions, you may refer to other passages as well. The questions, of necessity, cannot be based on all translations; so, as far as possible, use the New International Version as a basic text with whatever other version you enjoy using.

DAILY BIBLE STUDY WITH QUESTIONS FOR GROUP DISCUSSION

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2. How were you able to change your attitudes or actions this week because of the notes? SECOND DAY: Read Ephesians 6:1013. 3. a. What do you think be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power means?

b. How can you be strong in the Lord?

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Can you tell of a recent experience when you were strong in the Lord where in previous similar situations you had tried to be strong in your self?

4. Name some of the schemes of the devil from the following verses:

2 Samuel 11:14 _________________________________________________________________________________ Matthew 4:111 _________________________________________________________________________________ Daniel 4:2830, 37 _______________________________________________________________________________

Genesis 3:15 ___________________________________________________________________________________

5. Give reasons why the believer should neither underestimate nor fear the devil.

THIRD DAY: Read Ephesians 6:1418. 6. a. List the pieces of armor given and what you think is the practical meaning of each piece.

b. How might we apply each piece to present-day living? (See Isaiah 11:5; 52:7; 59:17; 1 Thessalonians 5:8.)

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a. How many different methods of warfare are given in Ephesians 6:1018? For example: Stand your ground Ephesians 6:13.

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b. Give illustrations of how you could apply each of these methods in daily life.

FOURTH DAY: Read Ephesians 6:1718. 8. a. What does the passage say about the offensive weaponthe Word of God (Scripture)and the Christians secret resourceprayer? b. How do you plan to use the Scripture and prayer daily?

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What does be alert mean (Ephesians 6:18)?

FIFTH DAY: Read Ephesians 6:1924. 10. a. What does Paul ask the Ephesians to pray for him? b. For whom could you pray these same things?

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How important or necessary is prayer in telling others the gospel? Give reasons for your answer and verses from any part of the Bible, if possible.

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a. Why did Paul send Tychicus to the Ephesians? b. To whom could you send a message of encouragement today?

SIXTH DAY: Review Ephesians 16. 12. For each chapter of Ephesians, give one attribute of God the Father or the Lord Jesus Christ that you find. Give a verse for each.

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How has this study of Ephesians changed your life (belief, attitude, actions, etc.)? How would you like your group to pray for you with regard to this specific change?

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Homiletics for group and administrative leaders: Ephesians 6:1024