The Inspection Gate | Put on the Whole Armor of God

The Inspection Gate | Put on the Whole Armor of God Pastor Rich Cullen | Sheridan First Assembly | January 18, 2026 We are living in a time of unprecedented information — and unprecedented confusion. With so many voices competing for our attention, the question becomes: What is truth, and how do we discern it? In this powerful message, Pastor Rich Cullen explores The Inspection Gate from Nehemiah 3 and connects it to Paul’s teaching on the Whole Armor of God in Ephesians 6:10–18. In ancient Jerusalem, the Inspection Gate (also called the Gate of the Guard) was the military muster point — where soldiers were examined, equipped, and prepared for battle. In the same way, God calls His Church to spiritual readiness in a world filled with deception, counterfeits, and confusion. This sermon reveals how each piece of God’s armor guards our lives today: • The Belt of Truth — anchoring us in God’s Word • The Breastplate of Righteousness — guarding our hearts • The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace — giving us firm footing in unstable times • The Shield of Faith — extinguishing the enemy’s lies • The Helmet of Salvation — protecting our identity in Christ • The Sword of the Spirit — cutting through deception with God’s Word • Prayer in the Spirit — keeping us alert at the gate Pastor Rich also exposes the enemy’s primary strategy — deception — and shows how spiritual discernment is essential in the last days. If you’ve ever wondered how to stand firm in a world of competing narratives, this message will equip and encourage you. 📖 Key Texts: Ephesians 6:10–18 | Nehemiah 3:31 | 1 John 4:1–6 | Hebrews 4:12 Subscribe for more messages from Sheridan First Assembly A Home of Grace — Where You’re Fully Known and Fully Loved