When the apostle Paul wrote to the Ephesian Christians [Eph. 6], he was not suggesting that they view their conflict with the powers of darkness as a battle whose outcome still hung in the balance. He was telling them they needed to “be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might” (v. 10, emphasis added); to “stand firm” (vv. 11, 13); to use the spiritual armor – truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and God’s Word – to resist the schemes of the devil. They were to fight from a position of victory, not out of fear that Satan might make them toast.

John MacArthur

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Meats	American	Soup	1	Servings

INGREDIENTS

3	lb	Chicken necks and backs
4		Stalks celery; chopped into large pieces
6		Carrots; chopped in large pieces
2		Yellow onions; peeled, chopped into large pieces
		Salt & pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Chicken stock or soup is used for soups and sauces that have a lighter
touch that the heavier beef versions. The stock is not expensive to make
nor does it take much time. The result, however, is so far superior to the
canned stuff or the salty chicken bouillon cubes that you won't believe it!
Boil chicken in water to cover. Add celery, carrots and onions. Add salt
and pepper. Simmer for 2 hours. Strain and refrigerate.
From <The Frugal Gourmet Cooks American>.  Downloaded from Glen's MM Recipe
Archive, http://www.erols.com/hosey.

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