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Self-Defense Body Armor for Spiritual Warfare

For the Christian, self-defense is not limited to warding off physical threats only; it includes the tactical necessity for acute and discerning situational awareness to thwart personal temptations and spiritual attacks.

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The pastor of Ada Bible Church, in Grand Rapids, MI, Aaron Buer, preached the 4-part sermon series titled The Armor of God, which examines each element of the Roman armor and weapon that the Apostle Paul used as a metaphor for the defensive and offensive tools Christians require when battling against spiritual forces. (An earlier series explained the reality and nature of spiritual warfare in our daily lives; attacks to our soul coming from three directions: the devil, the world, and our own nature.)

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Watch each of the videos below to more completely understand the protective biblical body armor God tells us to put on every day.

Free Download: Church Safety Walkthrough Checklist

Have you conducted a safety audit of your church building lately that exposes possible hazardous gaps before it’s too late?

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The Sheepdog Church Security Academy free Church Safety Walkthrough Checklist is a simple, practical checklist that helps you pinpoint risks before they become emergencies.

2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the US Intelligence Community

The 2026 Annual Threat Assessment is the US Intelligence Community’s official, coordinated evaluation of an array of threats to US citizens, the Homeland, and US interests in the world.

[ Read the SemperVerus article, 2025 Annual Threat Assessment of the US Intelligence Community ]

This report reflects the collective insights of the Intelligence Community, which is comprised of Air Force Intelligence, Army Intelligence and Security Command, Central Intelligence Agency, Defense Intelligence Agency, Dept. of Energy Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence, Dept. of Homeland Security Office of Intelligence and Analysis, Dept. of State Bureau of Intelligence and Research, Dept. of Treasury Office of Intelligence & Analysis, Drug Enforcement Administration Intelligence Program, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Marine Corps Intelligence, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, National Security Agency, Office of Naval Intelligence, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, US Coast Guard Intelligence, and US Space Force.

By semperverus
Posted on 03/21/202604/08/2026

Interview With Michael Elerick of Public Safety Training LLC

SemperVerus interviewed Michael Elerick, founder and president of Public Safety Training LLC and Church Security-101, which provides security training and safety consulting services to churches.

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Please describe Church Security-101 and explain the services you provide.
Church Security-101 is focused on one core mission: helping churches create a culture of safety and security so their people can worship, fellowship, and serve in peace. At the heart of what we do is helping ministries be both prepared and protected without losing their welcoming spirit. Our services fall into three main areas:

By semperverus
Posted on 03/20/202607/14/2026

‘Where To Shoot’ App Helps Find Ranges Nationwide

NSSF^®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, has relaunched its improved free Where To Shoot mobile app—available for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices—giving target shooters, hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, self-defenders, and church security teams convenient access to the most comprehensive directory of American shooting ranges.

[ Read the SemperVerus article, What to Take to the Shooting Range—Including a Prayer ]

The refreshed Where To Shoot app introduces a streamlined design and enhanced search tools that let users quickly find shooting facilities wherever they are — whether at home or on the road.

[ Read the SemperVerus article, Firearms Training: A Directory of Shooting Drills ]

Key features include:

By semperverus
Posted on 03/12/202605/23/2026