Ephesians 6:10–20 | The Armor of God & the Reality of Spiritual Warfare

50th Anniversary Sermon | Gospel Fellowship PCA

Dr. Matthew V. Everhard (MVE) | February 8, 2026

What does it mean to live as a Christian in a world that is not neutral—but hostile to the gospel?

In this powerful 50th Anniversary sermon, Dr. Matthew V. Everhard preaches from Ephesians 6:10–20, calling the church to recognize the reality of spiritual warfare and to take up the whole armor of God. Drawing from Scripture, church history, and the founding convictions of Gospel Fellowship PCA, this message reminds believers that the Christian life is not a spectator sport—it is a battle for truth, holiness, and faithfulness.

Paul’s words to the Ephesian church are as urgent today as ever. Christians are not at war with “flesh and blood,” but with spiritual forces of darkness, false ideologies, deception, and demonic opposition. This sermon explores Satan’s ancient strategies, the cost of faithfulness, and God’s gracious provision of divine armor:

The belt of truth

The breastplate of righteousness

The gospel of peace

The shield of faith

The helmet of salvation

The sword of the Spirit—the Word of God

Preached on the occasion of Gospel Fellowship PCA’s 50th Anniversary, this message also honors the courage of the church’s founders, who stood firm against false teaching and cultural compromise—and challenges the present generation to do the same.

This is not their day. This is our day.

If you are seeking faithful, Reformed, Scripture-centered preaching that takes spiritual warfare seriously and calls Christians to stand boldly for Christ, this sermon is for you.

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Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–20

Tradition: Reformed / Presbyterian (PCA)

Theme: Spiritual Warfare, The Armor of God, Faithfulness, Courage, the Church in Conflict