Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.
Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
“Finally, be strengthened in the Lord and in the strength of his power. Clothe yourselves with the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand 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 rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavens. For this reason, take up the full armor of God so that you may be able to stand your ground on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand.” —Ephesians 6:10-13
God, I am Putting on Your armor:
(Ephesians 6:14-18)
The Belt of Truth
- So Satan can’t destroy my perception of reality through deception.
- Because Satan doesn’t want me to know the truth. (John 8:44)
The Breastplate of Righteousness
- So Satan can’t degrade my sense of worth through false guilt and accusations.
- Because Satan wants me to believe that You see me as a failure.
(Revelation 12:10)
The Shoes of Peace
- So Satan can’t damage my right standing with You through my disobedience.
- Because Satan wants to inhibit my relationship with You through sin and worry. (Romans 5:1; Ephesians 4:6-7)
The Shield of Faith
- So Satan can’t destroy my trust in You through doubt.
- Because Satan doesn’t want me to depend on You for my needs and protection. (Job 1:9-10)
The Helmet of Salvation
- So Satan can’t manipulate my thinking through thought projection.
- Because he wants me to accept his thoughts as my own.
(2 Corinthians 10:4-5)
The Sword of the Spirit
- So Satan can’t defend strongholds of deception.
- Because Satan doesn’t want me to use the power of Your word against him. (Hebrews 4:12)