Togethers of Battle
We need one another in fighting many manifestations of evil.
48. Contend for the Faith Together
Take a stand with others against the deceptions of Satan. Together test questionable ideas against sound doctrine. Check lifestyles against doctrine. Argue the faith with opponents.
**Phil 1:27-29**; Phil 4:3; Jude 3
49. Arm Yourselves
Take up spiritual weapons together, making sure that many offensive instruments of war are available. And put on the armor of God together.
Matt 16:18; Rom 13:12-14; 2 Cor 6:7; 2 Cor 10:4 **Eph 6:10-18**; 1 Peter 4:1
50. Warn and Admonish One Another
Watch each other for the Evil One’s attacks, especially from the blind side. Warn others of danger, even from themselves. Admonish one another toward diligent and stubborn resistance to evil.
Acts 20:30-31; Col 1:28; **Col 3:16**; 1 Thess 5:12-14; 2 Thess 3:15; Titus 3:10-11
51. Battle Temptation Together
Using the church (two or more Christians standing together) fight off temptations before they become sins.
Matt 6:13; Matt 26:40-41; **1 Cor 10:12-13**; Gal 6:1; 1 Thess 3:5; 1 Tim 6:8-10; Heb 4:14-16
52. Stand Up to the Devil at One Another's Side
Go against Satan with at least one other Christian by your side; the more soldiers you have, the merrier the rout.
Matt 6:13; Mark 6:7; Luke 22:31; Rom 16:20; 2 Cor 2:11; Eph 4:26-27; **James 4:7**; 1 Peter 5:8-9; 1 John 5:18-20; Rev 2:24-25
53. Test the Spirits Together
Together test doctrines, revelations, spirits and ideologies with other Christians. Ferret out those thoughts and emotions that come from the dark angelic world.
2 Cor 11:3-4; 1 Tim 4:1-2; **1 John 4:1-6**; Jude :17-19
54. Together Hate Evil and Defeat It
Search for and destroy wickedness. Fight at the gates of hell, not merely at the drawbridge of your own castle. Receive holy scars in battle.
Ps 97:10; Amos 5:15; **Rom 12:9**; 1 Peter 1:14; 1 Peter 2:1
55. Die for One Another
Lay your life on the line for other Christians. Risk reputation, financial security and anything necessary to help another Christian. Let go the idols of safety, comfort and pleasure.
John 11:16; John 11:25-26; John 12:23-25; **John 15:13**; Rom 6:1-2; Rom 14:7-8; 2 Cor 5:15; Col 3:1-10
56. Rescue and Restore One Another
Heal your wounded brothers and sisters in the Lord. Put them back on their feet and send them back into battle.
Prov 24:11; Rom 15:31; 1 Thess 5:14; **James 5:19-20**; 1 John 5:16; Jude 22-23
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Knowledge about and practice of the Togethers will instill the loving essence of Jesus in you, offer great worship in reflecting our Lord’s character, fulfill some of the prayer “thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”, qualify you for maximum heavenly reward in the form of a more responsible place of service, and give you the most satisfying spiritual life here on earth.