Ephesians 6:17 tells us to take the helmet of salvation, but how do we do that when fear, confusion, and discouragement attack our minds?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie unpack what it means to guard our thoughts with the truth of our salvation. They explore how salvation isn’t just a one-time event or a future hope; it’s a present-day reality that brings clarity, security, and peace when the spiritual battle rages.

Through word studies, commentary insights, and personal stories, we dig into how remembering the victory we already have in Jesus keeps us steady, even when our thoughts feel chaotic. The helmet of salvation isn’t just protection—it’s a promise. And it reminds us: we’re safe, we’re known, and the outcome is already decided.

Ephesians 6:17a (NIV)
Take the helmet of salvation

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Werner Foerster, “Σῴζω, Σωτηρία, Σωτήρ, Σωτήριος,” in Theological Dictionary of the New Testament, ed. Gerhard Kittel, Geoffrey W. Bromiley, and Gerhard Friedrich (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1964–), 965.

Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, and David Brown, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, vol. 2 (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 1997), 358.

Harold W. Hoehner, “Ephesians,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 644.

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Ephesians 6:16 urges us to take up the shield of faith to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. But what does it really mean to raise that shield in the heat of spiritual battle?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie dive deep into what faith looks like when fear, insecurity, and doubt come rushing in. They unpack how our trust in God becomes a powerful defense against the enemy’s lies, and why even mustard-seed faith is more than enough to hold our ground.

Through word studies, commentary insights, and honest conversation, we explore how faith isn’t just belief, it’s surrender. And when we choose to believe God is who He says He is, we don’t just deflect the enemy’s attacks… we extinguish them.

Ephesians 6:16 (NIV)
In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

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Marvin Richardson Vincent, vol. 3 (New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1887), 409.

Harold W. Hoehner, “Ephesians,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 644.

Max Turner, “Ephesians,” in New Bible Commentary: 21st Century Edition, ed. D. A. Carson et al., 4th ed. (Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994), 1244.

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Ephesians 6:15 urges us to fit our feet with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. But what does that really mean when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or just plain loud?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Katie dig into what it looks like to walk in peace, not as the absence of conflict, but as the presence of God's steadying hand. Together, they explore how recalling God’s faithfulness helps us stand firm, even when the road ahead is rough.

From moments of soul agitation to days when everything feels out of step, peace becomes possible when we remember who walks with us. Join us as we unpack the kind of peace that anchors, equips, and carries us forward—shoes on and hearts steady.

Ephesians 6:15 (NIV)
and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.

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Ernest Best, A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on Ephesians, International Critical Commentary (Edinburgh: T&T Clark International, 1998), 600.

Max Anders, Galatians-Colossians, vol. 8, Holman New Testament Commentary (Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1999), 191.

Harold W. Hoehner, “Ephesians,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 643.

Max Turner, “Ephesians,” in New Bible Commentary: 21st Century Edition, ed. D. A. Carson et al., 4th ed. (Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994), 1243–1244.

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Ephesians 6:14b tells us to stand firm with the breastplate of righteousness in place. But what does that look like in our everyday decisions?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie unpack how righteousness is more than a lofty word, it’s about choosing to live in a way that aligns with God’s character. From the decisions we make in private to how we treat others in public, righteousness protects our hearts and helps us walk in step with the Spirit.

Together, we explore how God's justifying grace bridges the gap between our imperfections and His holiness and how living in that grace shapes the choices we make each day.

Ephesians 6:14b (NIV)
with the breastplate of righteousness in place,

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William Arndt et al., A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000), 247.

James Strong, A Concise Dictionary of the Words in the Greek Testament and The Hebrew Bible (Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2009), 23.

Francis Foulkes, Ephesians: An Introduction and Commentary, vol. 10, Tyndale New Testament Commentaries (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1989), 179–180.

Max Anders, Galatians-Colossians, vol. 8, Holman New Testament Commentary (Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers, 1999), 191.

Robert G. Bratcher and Eugene Albert Nida, A Handbook on Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, UBS Handbook Series (New York: United Bible Societies, 1993), 161.

Harold W. Hoehner, “Ephesians,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 643.

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In Ephesians 6:14, Paul urges us to stand firm with the belt of truth buckled around our waist. But what does it mean to live grounded in truth?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie explore how truth isn’t just about facts. It’s about believing the stabilizing, foundational reality that God loves us, accepts us, and equips us.

Join us as we unpack how truth holds everything else in place, helping us stand strong in the battles we face.

Ephesians 6:14a (NIV)

Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist,

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Gottfried Quell, Gerhard Kittel, and Rudolf Bultmann, “Ἀλήθεια, Ἀληθής, Ἀληθινός, Ἀληθεύω,” in Theological Dictionary of the New Testament, ed. Gerhard Kittel, Geoffrey W. Bromiley, and Gerhard Friedrich (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1964–), 238.

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Marvin Richardson Vincent, Word Studies in the New Testament, vol. 3 (New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1887), 408.

John D. Barry, Douglas Mangum, Derek R. Brown, et al., Faithlife Study Bible (Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2012, 2016), Eph 6:14.

Harold W. Hoehner, “Ephesians,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 643.

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And who is my neighbor?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie unpack the word neighbor and reflect on how Jesus expands its meaning far beyond proximity.

From cultural context to personal application, this conversation invites us to widen our circle, examine our hearts, and see others through the lens of grace—even when it's hard.

Luke 10:29 (NIV)
But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?”

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Heinrich Greeven, “Πλησίον,” in Theological Dictionary of the New Testament, ed. Gerhard Kittel, Geoffrey W. Bromiley, and Gerhard Friedrich (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1964–), 312.

John A. Martin, “Luke,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 2 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 234.

I. Howard Marshall, “Luke,” in New Bible Commentary: 21st Century Edition, ed. D. A. Carson et al., 4th ed. (Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994), 998.

Thomas R. Schreiner, “Luke,”.+~It+is+interesting+th "‌") in Evangelical Commentary on the Bible, vol. 3, Baker Reference Library (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1995), 820.

A. Boyd Luter, “Luke,” in CSB Study Bible: Notes, ed. Edwin A. Blum and Trevin Wax (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2017), 1628.

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Have you ever felt like God’s blessings were delayed—or even missing?

In this episode, Angie and Susie explore the meaning of true blessing, reminding us that God's goodness comes exactly when we need it—not a moment too soon or too late.

If your heart feels weary or your spirit dry, this episode is a gentle reminder: the rain is coming. And when it does, it will be more than enough.

Ezekiel 34:26 (NIV)
I will make them and the places surrounding my hill a blessing. I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessing.

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Sometimes, standing feels like the hardest thing to do—especially when life feels like a battlefield. But in Ephesians 6:13b, Paul encourages us that after we’ve done everything, we are to stand. Not in our own strength. Not in fear or defeat. But in the power and provision of God.

In this episode, Angie and Katie dive deep into what it truly means to "stand firm" in the face of spiritual warfare.

Ephesians 6:13b (NIV)
and after you have done everything, to stand.

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Matthew Henry and Thomas Scott, Matthew Henry’s Concise Commentary (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, 1997), Eph 6:10.

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