And Though This World with Devils Filled . . .

We're preparing for another year of sowing! Help keep the Wake-Up Call free for everyone by sponsoring a day. https://seedbed.com/springsowing - - - - - - - What if Sunday isn’t the big game, but just the warm-up? In this uplifting episode of Seedbed Inc’s “Wake Up Call,” John David Walt redefines what it means to be “church every day,” inviting us to explore how the true work of faith happens on Mondays and beyond. Joined by special guest David Walt, the conversation centers around Ephesians 6:14-17—the iconic “full armor of God”—and how these powerful truths go beyond metaphor, offering practical daily protection and spiritual transformation. You’ll hear honest reflections on why practicing faith on Sundays prepares us for real-life battles throughout the week, and how the church is less about a place and more about a people living out resurrection day, every day. John David Walt shares thought-provoking ideas about spiritual self-protection versus trusting in God’s armor—a reminder that putting on Christ is both a responsibility and a privilege. Highlights in this episode include: A creative analogy between church and sports, with Sundays as practice and the rest of the week as “game time” A fresh look at why God invites us to “put on” the armor, instead of simply giving it to us The moving story behind the hymn “A Mighty Fortress is Our God” and its power to anchor us in hope and courage Whether you’re facing doubts, weariness, or spiritual opposition, this episode offers both encouragement and challenge. Don’t miss the invitation to daily consecration, a deeper understanding of what it means to stand firm, and a heartwarming musical finale as the Walts sing together. If you’re ready to wake up to your faith in a whole new way, subscribe for more conversations like this! CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to the Wake Up Call 03:01 The Importance of Church and Community 06:00 Understanding the Armor of God 11:46 The Role of Jesus in Our Spiritual Battle 15:55 Practical Application of the Armor of God 17:13 Sunday Morning Warm-Up 20:18 The Power of Hymns 23:18 Invitation to Worship - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 👉 Join us for Unpuzzled ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/unpuzzled-wuc/ And on May 25 we begin All The Things ► https://my.seedbed.com/product/all-the-things-wake-up-call-workbook/ 🎼 Sing along with us! ► https://seedbed.com/hymnal/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 📩 Get the Wake-Up Call in your email each day ► https://seedbed.com/wakeupcall ⛪️ Are you a pastor? We'd love to connect ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/to/dymjFhUB 🌿 Join the Field Team and help us sow the Wake-Up Call into new hearts ► https://seedbed.typeform.com/fieldteam 🗣 Join the conversation: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedbedwakeupcall/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewakeupcall/ 👂 Listen to the podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wake-up-call/id1040184070 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7t5qb5dpC7n0yxdyNsTKzTsi=e87495c982f145f6