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GP Plainfield - 01.25.26 - UnStoppable
Monday, 26 January, 2026
This sermon is given by GPP Campus Pastor Jared Seeland. The scripture reference is from Ephesians 6:16.Key Verses- Ephesians 6:16- 1 Thessalonians 3:5- Zechariah 3:1-4- Romans 15:13- Colossians 1:23Questions- Pastor Jared mentioned that everyone has faith in something - they just choose different 'shields.' What are some common things people put their faith in besides God, and why do these become 'paper shields'?- How does our culture's emphasis on being smart and sophisticated make it harder for people to embrace faith in Christ? Have you experienced this tension personally?- The sermon described three main 'fiery darts' from Satan: temptation, accusation, and cynicism. Which of these do you find most challenging to defend against, and why?- What does it mean that 'faith is trust' rather than just blind belief? How does this definition change how we think about having faith in Jesus?- Pastor Jared emphasized that we can't hold the shield of faith alone - we need community. How have you experienced the importance of Christian community in strengthening your faith?- When facing accusations from Satan about our worth or identity, how does faith in Christ's promises help us respond differently than we might naturally?- The story from Chronicles of Narnia showed dwarves who were 'too smart' to be helped. How can we guard against cynicism while still being wise and discerning?- What practical steps can we take to 'soak our shield' in faith, similar to how Roman soldiers soaked their shields in water before battle?Life ApplicationThis week, identify one area where you've been trusting in a 'paper shield' (relationships, success, appearance, wealth, etc.) instead of putting your faith fully in Christ. Each day, practice consciously transferring that trust to Jesus by praying about that specific area and reminding yourself of His promises. Also, reach out to at least one person in your Christian community to share a struggle or ask for prayer, practicing the 'shield formation' concept of not trying to hold faith alone.Key Takeaways- Faith is not blind belief but trust in who God is and what He has promised to do- Everyone has faith in something - the question is whether we're trusting in temporary things or in the eternal truth of Jesus Christ- Satan attacks through temptation, accusation, and cynicism, but faith in Christ's promises extinguishes these fiery darts- We cannot hold the shield of faith alone - we need Christian community to form a protective formation together- The strength of our shield comes not from the quantity of our faith but from the object of our faith - Jesus Christ------------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to Grace Pointe! We're so happy you could join us online More Information ↓ Grace Pointe is a church dedicated to seeing a world full of healthy churches by making as many people as much like Jesus in the shortest time possible. We are a multi-site church network with campuses in Naperville IL and Plainfield IL Connect with us: Website: https://gracepointe.usFacebook: / gracepointeplainfield Instagram: / gppchurch YouTube: / @gracepointe / @gracepointeplainfield Join us in-person at any of our service times: Naperville, Sundays at 8, 9:30 and 11 AM Plainfield, Sundays at 9 and 10:45AM
