A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand

firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers

and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly

places. Ephesians 6:10-12

a. Spiritual warfare is real

b. The war is satanic

Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to

devour. 1 Peter 5:8

c. The war is strategic

Satan will not outsmart us. For we are familiar with his evil schemes. 2 Corinthians 2:11

Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the

battle you will still be standing firm. Ephesians 6:13

Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth Ephesians 6:14

a. The belt of Truth

Truth is Satan's primary target. 

For you are the children of your father the devil, and you love to do the evil things he does. He was a murderer from

the beginning. He has always hated the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, it is consistent with his

character; for he is a liar and the father of lies. John 8:44

(Put on) the body armor of God’s righteousness. Ephesians 6:14

b. The Body Armor of Righteousness

The breastplate pictures our daily walk with God in righteousness.

The night is almost gone; the day of salvation will soon be here. So remove your dark deeds like dirty clothes, and put

on the shining armor of right living. Clothe yourself with the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. And don’t let yourself

think about ways to indulge your evil desires. Romans 13:12,14

For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. Ephesians 6:15

c. The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace

We stand in the confidence of God's 

In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Ephesians 6:16

d. The Shield of Faith

By faith, quench Satan’s fiery darts. 

Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to him for protection. Proverbs 30:5

God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection. Psalm

18:30

Put on salvation as your helmet, Ephesians 6:17

e. The Helmet of Salvation

Satan is after your mind. 

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Isaiah 26:3

and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:17

f. The Sword of the Spirit

The sword is the word of God for a given situation