Stand Firm: Armour of God
Ps Dan Cronin
In this message, Pastor Dan unpacks Ephesians 6:10–12, reminding us that our struggle isn’t against flesh and blood — and that the enemy is strategic, but his power is limited. Using 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 and James 4:7, we explore how to recognise the devil’s schemes, resist his lies, and stand strong in Christ’s victory.
📖 Key Scriptures:
Ephesians 6:10–12
2 Corinthians 10:3–5
James 4:7
🗣️ Quote:
“The devil is a lion, but a lion on a chain.” – Jentezen Franklin
Ps Dan Cronin
📖 Ephesians 6:14a – “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist.”
Truth holds everything together. In a world where “your truth” and “my truth” are constantly shifting, God’s truth remains unchanging — it protects, it frees, and it keeps us ready for the battles we face. In this message, Pastor Dan Cronin unpacks: Truth Protects from Lies – learning to recognise and resist the enemy’s deception.
Truth Brings Freedom – discovering how knowing Jesus, the Truth, breaks the chains of fear and shame. Truth Keeps Us Ready – living alert, anchored, and equipped for whatever comes.
💬 “The first duty of every soul is to find not its freedom but its Master.” – P.T. Forsyth
Join us as we explore how to live grounded, confident, and free — standing firm in God’s truth.
Ps Dan Cronin
We’re in Week 3 of our series The Armour of God — and this week, Ps Dan unpacks what it really means to “put on the breastplate of righteousness.”
Righteousness isn’t about perfection — it’s about protection. It’s both a gift we receive from Jesus and a life we choose to live daily. When we’re clothed in Christ’s righteousness, our hearts are guarded against accusation, compromise, and shame.
💡 In this message: Discover what “righteousness” truly means (2 Corinthians 5:21)
Learn how holiness and obedience protect us from unnecessary wounds Be reminded that you fight from acceptance, not for acceptance Be encouraged to stand confident in who you are in Christ
📖 “Stand firm then, with the breastplate of righteousness in place.” — Ephesians 6:14
Ps Dan Cronin
Without the right shoes, even the strongest soldier won’t stand for long. In this message, Ps Dan unpacks what it means to have your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace (Ephesians 6:15).
Discover how the peace of God makes you:
🕊️ Sure-footed when life shakes you.
💪 Steady in the middle of chaos.
🚶♂️ Ready to carry hope into a hurting world.
This message explores:
1️⃣ Peace with God – finding assurance and freedom through Christ (Romans 5:1).
2️⃣ Peace in God – learning stability in the storm (John 14:27).
3️⃣ Peace for Others – being sent as a peacemaker (Isaiah 52:7).
💬 “Evangelism is just one beggar telling another beggar where to find bread.” – D.T. Niles
Ps Dan Cronin
📖 Ephesians 6:16; Hebrews 11:1 In every battle, faith is our defence.
The enemy fires arrows of fear, doubt, and discouragement — but faith extinguishes every dart. In this message, Pastor Dan shares how to lift your shield and stand firm in trust, even when life feels like a battlefield.
Key Themes:
Faith that extinguishes fiery darts 🔥
Standing together in unity 🧱
Living from victory, not for it ✝️
💬 “Faith doesn’t deny reality — it defies defeat.”
Ps Dan Cronin
This week, Ps Dan brings a powerful message on one of the most essential pieces of the armour of God — the Helmet of Salvation.
In a world filled with lies, fear, anxiety, and confusion, God has given us protection for our minds. Salvation isn’t just something that happened to you — it’s something that guards, shapes, and strengthens you every single day.
In this message we explore:
How salvation protects your mind from the enemy’s lies
What it means to think with renewed, transformed thinking How the gospel gives confidence, courage, and hope for the future
Practical ways to “put on the helmet” daily
Whether you’re new to faith or have walked with Jesus for years, this message will help you stand firm, think clearly, and walk boldly in God’s truth. 🙌