Fasten the Belt of Truth
“Fasten the Belt of Truth” Scripture Reading: Ephesians 6:10–18 (focus on verse 14) Introduction Share an illustration: A soldier can’t fight with loose clothing or falling armor. The belt keeps everything secure. In spiritual warfare, truth is what holds our lives together. Without it, we stumble in confusion and lies. Main Points 1. The Belt Was Essential for a Soldier Roman soldiers wore long tunics — the belt gathered it up , freeing them for battle. The belt also held the sword — no belt, no weapon. Application: Without truth, our spiritual life is messy, unstable, and we can’t properly wield the Word of God. 2. Truth Is Found in God’s Word John 17:17 – “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” God’s Word is absolute, not relative. It anchors us when the world is full of lies. Application: We must study, meditate, and live by the Word daily — otherwise, we fight blindly. 3. Truth Is a Person – Jesus Christ John 14:6 – “I am t...