Dressed for Battle

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand firm therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:10-18

It is not surprising that the evil we face today is so intense. “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places” (Eph. 6:12).

When the enemy attacks, make sure you are dressed for the battle by claiming God’s armor daily:

The belt of truth: When we claim God’s truth, we are victoriously empowered to stand against the falsehood of the enemy.

The breastplate of righteousness: Satan’s accusations are groundless because we are righteous through Christ.

The shoes of peace: Whatever you face, Jesus faces it with you. You can rest in His peace because He is in control.

The shield of faith: God is our complete and perfect shield against the fiery darts of the enemy. He will protect you.

The helmet of salvation: When our minds are focused on Christ, we will not be led astray.

The sword of the spirit: Nothing is more powerful than the Word of God. It’s your offensive weapon against Satan’s assaults. Claim a verse of Scripture that pertains to your need and steadfastly cling to it.

“...be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around...seeking someone to devour.” 1 Peter 5:8