CFC CLP Training Talk No.

1. To serve God… To help those who look for God… To share His love and His words to those who seek
them... These are all about others… Why are you here?

2. Through our service, God shows us that it is time for us to realize in our lives the reality that in this
world, we are part of a power struggle…

3. The World Today

4. There are 2 kingdoms opposed to each other

5. We are now standing in the face of the greatest historical confrontation humanity has gone through. I
do not think that... wide circles of the Christian community realize this fully. We are now facing the final
confrontation between the Churchand the anti- Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel.

6. GOD is rescuing us thru His son, JESUS CHRIST

7. Christian life is a constant battle against evil, just as Jesus during his life had to struggle against the
devil and his many temptations… The devil tempted Jesus many times and Jesus experienced temptation
and persecution throughout his lifetime. And he warned that whoever wants to follow Jesus must be
aware of this reality.

8. All people are born into this battle for the hearts, minds, & souls of men People who are instruments
for other men's redemption are a direct threat to Satan

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10. Evangelism is the announcement, proclamation, and preaching of the gospel, the good news of and
about Jesus Christ That Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he
was raised on the third day

11. Evangelism is Against the rulers, authorities, powers of the dark world and the spiritual forces of evil
(Ephesians 6:12)

12. The Spiritual Warfare WHO IS SATAN?

13. Invisible but real Chief of the fallen spirits Called devil, accuser, adversary, enemy of God Beelzebub
– ‘Prince of the demons’ Belial Deceiver of the whole world The evil one The father of lies WHO IS
SATAN?

14. Satan does not stand still when his dominion and his power over people are threatened He
undertakes defensive But most importantly, he offensive actions to those who oppose him WHO IS
SATAN?
15. If you know the enemy and know yourself, your victory will not stand in doubt… He will win whose
army is animated by the same spirit throughout all its ranks… The greatest victory is that which requires
no battle… 5 BC

16. Spiritual Weapons

17. Commitment to Christ’s Cause Being righteous and pure in our desire to let others know of God’s
love and will Being zealous, passionate & enthusiastic about our call Spiritual Weapons

18. Singlemindedness to our Purpose Being focus on the service at hand Being perseverant in our service
Spiritual Weapons

19. The Word of God Being diligent, careful & conscientious in using God’s God’s word Spiritual
Weapons

20. Spiritual Gifts Wisdom & Knowledge To share our past hurts & pains to others Healing To cease past
pain & hurts Discernment To be mindful of our decisions & actions towards people & situations Spiritual
Weapons

21. Spiritual Gifts Faith To know that there is hope & peace for all those who seek answers from God
Miracles To believe that we can turn new leaves through our service Tongues & Praise Spiritual
Weapons

22. Our Protection THE ARMOR OF GOD

23. How do I “put on” God’s Armor? By knowing and trusting each part of the armor The Armor of God

24. The Armor of God 1stPiece BeltofTruth Protection against lies and errors Satan will make us doubt &
think we are too sinful Rest on the truth that God loves us and He will provide He will not give us a
service or put us in a situation that we cannot handle “IamtheWAY,TRUTHandLIFE..”John14:6

25. 2ndPiece BreastplateofRighteousness Protection against evil thoughts & sinful desires If Satan does
not succeed by lies, he will try bombarding our minds with evil thoughts Resist these temptations
Temptations are not sin unless entertained
"Blessedaretheywhichdohunger&thirstforrighteousness:fortheyshallbefilled.” Matt.5:6 The Armor of
God

26. 3rdPiece SandalsofPeace Protection against an easy & lazy life If Satan cannot disturb us, he will try
to make us comfortable & cozy so that we will not disturb him We need leave our comfort zones & go
out after Satan's captives “ForHe(Christ)isourpeace...” Ephesians 2:14-15) The Armor of God

27. 4thPiece ShieldofFaith Protection against unbelief Doubts assail us Fear of failure can cripple our
action The nagging question is: Can I do it? We need to have faith that this is God's work
“Iamcrucifiedw/Christ...&thelifewhichInowliveinthefleshIlivebythefaithoftheSonofGod...” Gal.2:20 The
Armor of God
28. 5thPiece HelmetofSalvation Protection against physical & spiritual ailments Satan will try to make
you sick He will create misunderstanding in your families But we have God's protection
“Neitheristheresalvationinanyother...” Acts4:12 The Armor of God

29. 6thPiece SwordoftheSpirit Protection against spiritual deception & accusations The Word of God is
the Sword of the Spirit Both a weapon & protection Read the daily Scriptures & the recommended
books “...theWordbecameflesh&dweltamongus,andwebeheldHisglory...” John1:14 The Armor of God

30. 7thPiece Prayer Prayer is talking to the Divine Sovereign God who hears & answers all our prayers,
according to His will Pray at every opportunity Undertake fasting “Praywithout ceasing.”
1Thessalonians5:17 The Armor of God

31. Prayers should be done as much as possible together as a family or as a community “When people
say the Rosary together, it is far more formidable to the devil than one said privately because in this
public prayer it is an army that is attacking him” - St. Louis de Montfort The Armor of God

32. Prayer is essential The Armor of God

33. Two More Things

34. Devotion to Angels especially to one’s guardian angel is a very powerful aid in spiritual warfare that
many tend to downplay Having a devotion means not only having a public and personal relationship
with them but also trying to imitate their angelic virtues in order to venerate them

35. Devotion to one’s Patron Saint “The saint whose name you bear is already assigned you from your
Baptism” - St. Francis de Sales Getting to know more about him, praying to him, making him a model for
one’s life and often calling upon him for aid is a very powerful help in growing in holiness

36. Acknowledge Satan and his power Acknowledge that thru the Holy Spirit, you have the power &
authority over Satan Acknowledge that there will be difficulties along the way Acknowledge that this is a
won victory Finally…

37. All people are part of this battle Are you with Him… or against Him?