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300: The Shield Wall of Faith (Ephesians 6:10-18)

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In 300, King Leonidas and his Spartans face impossible odds against Xerxes' million-man army. They have no numerical advantage—only superior training, unbreakable formation, and shields that protect their brothers. "Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist... Take up the shield of faith." The Spartans' phalanx worked because each man's shield protected the soldier beside him. Christian community works the same way. We don't fight alone; we fight in formation. My faith shields you; your faith shields me. The army of God is a phalanx, not scattered individuals.

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Ephesians 6:10-18Ephesians 6:161 Thessalonians 5:8

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