#168 - Kyle Thompson // A Time for War, and a Time for Peace

We conclude our week-long study of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 by focusing on the final phrase: "a time for war and a time for peace." While exploring this tension between conflict and reconciliation, we acknowledge both the reality of necessary warfare and the promise of God's future peace. • Everyone has experienced peace, but fewer have witnessed actual warfare • Some listeners carry battlefield memories, scars, or have lost comrades • Isaiah 2:4 promises a future where God will make weapons unnecessary • Revelation 21:4 describes God ultimately removing all effects of sin • Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare as described in Ephesians 6:12 • We cannot opt out of this spiritual battle—we're already in it • Ephesians 6:13-20 outlines our spiritual armor and battle strategy • We must prepare for spiritual conflict to avoid being caught unprepared Share this podcast and leave us a five-star rating and review to help equip other men for the fight. Stay sharp. Support the show Want to connect? Email communication@coe22.com