The Call to Stand

The Great Battle Between Good and Evil

Ephesians 6:10

KJV ¹⁰ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV ¹⁰ Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

Question: Why did the apostle Paul encourage believers in Ephesus to be strong in the LORD and the power of His might?

Answer: Paul encouraged believers to be strong in the Lord and His power because they were facing spiritual battles and needed divine strength to overcome them. Our strength alone is insufficient; we must rely on God’s power.

Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Question: What important revelation does the apostle Paul provide regarding the great battle between good and evil?

Answer: Paul reveals that the battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. This underscores the spiritual nature of the conflict.

Revelation 12:7-12

KJV ⁷ And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, ⁸ And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. ⁹ And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. ¹⁰ And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. ¹¹ And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. ¹² Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time. CEV ⁷ A war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels were fighting against the dragon and its angels. ⁸ But the dragon lost the battle. It and its angels were forced out of their places in heaven ⁹ and were thrown down to the earth. Yes, that old snake and his angels were thrown out of heaven! That snake, who fools everyone on earth, is known as the devil and Satan. ¹⁰ Then I heard a voice from heaven shout, “Our God has shown his saving power, and his kingdom has come! God's own Chosen One has shown his authority. Satan accused our people in the presence of God day and night. Now he has been thrown out! ¹¹ “Our people defeated Satan because of the blood of the Lamb and the message of God. They were willing to give up their lives. ¹² “The heavens should rejoice, together with everyone who lives there. But pity the earth and the sea, because the devil was thrown down to the earth. He knows his time is short, and he is very angry.”

Question: Where else in the Scriptures do we find additional revelation about the great battle between good and evil?

Answer: Revelation 12:7-12

KJV ⁷ And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, ⁸ And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. ⁹ And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. ¹⁰ And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night. ¹¹ And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. ¹² Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time. CEV ⁷ A war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels were fighting against the dragon and its angels. ⁸ But the dragon lost the battle. It and its angels were forced out of their places in heaven ⁹ and were thrown down to the earth. Yes, that old snake and his angels were thrown out of heaven! That snake, who fools everyone on earth, is known as the devil and Satan. ¹⁰ Then I heard a voice from heaven shout, “Our God has shown his saving power, and his kingdom has come! God's own Chosen One has shown his authority. Satan accused our people in the presence of God day and night. Now he has been thrown out! ¹¹ “Our people defeated Satan because of the blood of the Lamb and the message of God. They were willing to give up their lives. ¹² “The heavens should rejoice, together with everyone who lives there. But pity the earth and the sea, because the devil was thrown down to the earth. He knows his time is short, and he is very angry.”
is a significant passage that describes the war in heaven between Michael and his angels and the dragon (Satan) and his angels. This battle emphasizes the cosmic and spiritual dimension of the conflict.

Isaiah 14:12-15

KJV ¹² How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! ¹³ For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: ¹⁴ I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High. ¹⁵ Yet thou shalt be brought down to hell, to the sides of the pit. CEV ¹² You, the bright morning star, have fallen from the sky! You brought down other nations; now you are brought down. ¹³ You said to yourself, “I'll climb to heaven and place my throne above the highest stars. I'll sit there with the gods far away in the north. ¹⁴ I'll be above the clouds, just like God Most High.” ¹⁵ But now you are deep in the world of the dead.
Ezekiel 28:13-15

KJV ¹³ Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created. ¹⁴ Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire. ¹⁵ Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. CEV ¹³ You lived in the garden of Eden and wore jewelry made of brightly colored gems and precious stones. They were all set in gold and were ready for you on the day you were born. ¹⁴ I appointed a winged creature to guard your home on my holy mountain, where you walked among gems that dazzled like fire. ¹⁵ You were truly good from the time of your birth, but later you started doing wicked things.

Question: Where did that old serpent called the Devil and Satan come from?

Answer: Isaiah 14:12-15

KJV ¹² How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! ¹³ For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: ¹⁴ I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High. ¹⁵ Yet thou shalt be brought down to hell, to the sides of the pit. CEV ¹² You, the bright morning star, have fallen from the sky! You brought down other nations; now you are brought down. ¹³ You said to yourself, “I'll climb to heaven and place my throne above the highest stars. I'll sit there with the gods far away in the north. ¹⁴ I'll be above the clouds, just like God Most High.” ¹⁵ But now you are deep in the world of the dead.
and Ezekiel 28:13-15

KJV ¹³ Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created. ¹⁴ Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire. ¹⁵ Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. CEV ¹³ You lived in the garden of Eden and wore jewelry made of brightly colored gems and precious stones. They were all set in gold and were ready for you on the day you were born. ¹⁴ I appointed a winged creature to guard your home on my holy mountain, where you walked among gems that dazzled like fire. ¹⁵ You were truly good from the time of your birth, but later you started doing wicked things.
provide insights into the fall of Lucifer (Satan) from his exalted position as a beautiful and powerful angel due to his pride and desire to exalt himself above God.

Organized forces of evil

Ephesians 6:12

KJV ¹² For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. CEV ¹² We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.

Question: What is your impression regarding these forces of darkness?

Answer: Ephesians 6:12

KJV ¹² For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. CEV ¹² We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.
highlights the existence of organized spiritual forces of evil, indicating a highly structured and hierarchical realm of darkness that opposes God’s purposes.

Ephesians 1:21

KJV ²¹ Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come: CEV ²¹ There Christ rules over all forces, authorities, powers, and rulers. He rules over all beings in this world and will rule in the future world as well.
Ephesians 3:10

KJV ¹⁰ To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God, CEV ¹⁰ Then God would use the church to show the powers and authorities in the spiritual world that he has many different kinds of wisdom.

Question: How extensive are these forces of evil?

Answer: Ephesians 1:21

KJV ²¹ Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come: CEV ²¹ There Christ rules over all forces, authorities, powers, and rulers. He rules over all beings in this world and will rule in the future world as well.
and Ephesians 3:10

KJV ¹⁰ To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God, CEV ¹⁰ Then God would use the church to show the powers and authorities in the spiritual world that he has many different kinds of wisdom.
suggest that these forces of evil are highly organized and have influence and dominion in heavenly places, though they are ultimately subject to God’s authority.

Ephesians 6:12

KJV ¹² For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. CEV ¹² We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.
(contd.)

Question: The verb “wrestle” in Ephesians 6:12

KJV ¹² For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. CEV ¹² We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.
implies close quarters hand-to-hand combat. Why are the powers of darkness so opposed to those who follow Jesus?

Answer: The powers of darkness are opposed to believers because they recognize the threat posed by those who follow Jesus. Believers bring the light of Christ into the world, exposing evil and leading others to salvation.

Job 1:1-5

KJV ¹ There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil. ² And there were born unto him seven sons and three daughters. ³ His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east. ⁴ And his sons went and feasted in their houses, every one his day; and sent and called for their three sisters to eat and to drink with them. ⁵ And it was so, when the days of their feasting were gone about, that Job sent and sanctified them, and rose up early in the morning, and offered burnt offerings according to the number of them all: for Job said, It may be that my sons have sinned, and cursed God in their hearts. Thus did Job continually. CEV ¹ Many years ago, a man named Job lived in the land of Uz. He was a truly good person, who respected God and refused to do evil. ² Job had 7 sons and 3 daughters. ³ He owned 7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, 500 pair of oxen, 500 donkeys, and a large number of servants. He was the richest person in the East. ⁴ Job's sons took turns having feasts in their homes, and they always invited their three sisters to join in the eating and drinking. ⁵ After each feast, Job would send for his children and perform a ceremony, as a way of asking God to forgive them of any wrongs they may have done. He would get up early the next morning and offer a sacrifice for each of them, just in case they had sinned or silently cursed God.
Job 1:6-12

KJV ⁶ Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them. ⁷ And the Lord said unto Satan, Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. ⁸ And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? ⁹ Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought? ¹⁰ Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land. ¹¹ But put forth thine hand now, and touch all that he hath, and he will curse thee to thy face. ¹² And the Lord said unto Satan, Behold, all that he hath is in thy power; only upon himself put not forth thine hand. So Satan went forth from the presence of the Lord. CEV ⁶ One day, when the angels had gathered around the Lord, and Satan was there with them, ⁷ the Lord asked, “Satan, where have you been?”Satan replied, “I have been going all over the earth.” ⁸ Then the Lord asked, “What do you think of my servant Job? No one on earth is like him — he is a truly good person, who respects me and refuses to do evil.” ⁹ “Why shouldn't he respect you?” Satan remarked. ¹⁰ “You are like a wall protecting not only him, but his entire family and all his property. You make him successful in whatever he does, and his flocks and herds are everywhere. ¹¹ Try taking away everything he owns, and he will curse you to your face.” ¹² The Lord replied, “All right, Satan, do what you want with anything that belongs to him, but don't harm Job.” Then Satan left.
Job 1:13-22

KJV ¹³ And there was a day when his sons and his daughters were eating and drinking wine in their eldest brother's house: ¹⁴ And there came a messenger unto Job, and said, The oxen were plowing, and the asses feeding beside them: ¹⁵ And the Sabeans fell upon them, and took them away; yea, they have slain the servants with the edge of the sword; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. ¹⁶ While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, The fire of God is fallen from heaven, and hath burned up the sheep, and the servants, and consumed them; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. ¹⁷ While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, The Chaldeans made out three bands, and fell upon the camels, and have carried them away, yea, and slain the servants with the edge of the sword; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. ¹⁸ While he was yet speaking, there came also another, and said, Thy sons and thy daughters were eating and drinking wine in their eldest brother's house: ¹⁹ And, behold, there came a great wind from the wilderness, and smote the four corners of the house, and it fell upon the young men, and they are dead; and I only am escaped alone to tell thee. ²⁰ Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped, ²¹ And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. ²² In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. CEV ¹³ Job's sons and daughters were having a feast in the home of his oldest son, ¹⁴ when someone rushed up to Job and said, “While your servants were plowing with your oxen, and your donkeys were nearby eating grass, ¹⁵ a gang of Sabeans attacked and stole the oxen and donkeys! Your other servants were killed, and I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” ¹⁶ That servant was still speaking, when a second one came running and said, “God sent down a fire that killed your sheep and your servants. I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” ¹⁷ Before that servant finished speaking, a third one raced up and said, “Three gangs of Chaldeans attacked and stole your camels! All of your other servants were killed, and I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” ¹⁸ That servant was still speaking, when a fourth one dashed up and said, “Your children were having a feast and drinking wine at the home of your oldest son, ¹⁹ when suddenly a windstorm from the desert blew the house down, crushing all of your children. I am the only one who escaped to tell you.” ²⁰ When Job heard this, he tore his clothes and shaved his head because of his great sorrow. He knelt on the ground, then worshiped God ²¹ and said: “We bring nothing at birth; we take nothing with us at death. The Lord alone gives and takes. Praise the name of the Lord!” ²² In spite of everything, Job did not sin or accuse God of doing wrong.
Job 2:1-10

KJV ¹ Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them to present himself before the Lord. ² And the Lord said unto Satan, From whence comest thou? And Satan answered the Lord, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. ³ And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? and still he holdeth fast his integrity, although thou movedst me against him, to destroy him without cause. ⁴ And Satan answered the Lord, and said, Skin for skin, yea, all that a man hath will he give for his life. ⁵ But put forth thine hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse thee to thy face. ⁶ And the Lord said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thine hand; but save his life. ⁷ So went Satan forth from the presence of the Lord, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown. ⁸ And he took him a potsherd to scrape himself withal; and he sat down among the ashes. ⁹ Then said his wife unto him, Dost thou still retain thine integrity? curse God, and die. ¹⁰ But he said unto her, Thou speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips. CEV ¹ When the angels gathered around the Lord again, Satan was there with them, ² and the Lord asked, “Satan, where have you been?”Satan replied, “I have been going all over the earth.” ³ Then the Lord asked, “What do you think of my servant Job? No one on earth is like him — he is a truly good person, who respects me and refuses to do evil. And he hasn't changed, even though you persuaded me to destroy him for no reason.” ⁴ Satan answered, “There's no pain like your own. People will do anything to stay alive. ⁵ Try striking Job's own body with pain, and he will curse you to your face.” ⁶ “All right!” the Lord replied. “Make Job suffer as much as you want, but just don't kill him.” ⁷ Satan left and caused painful sores to break out all over Job's body — from head to toe. ⁸ Then Job sat on the ash-heap to show his sorrow. And while he was scraping his sores with a broken piece of pottery, ⁹ his wife asked, “Why do you still trust God? Why don't you curse him and die?” ¹⁰ Job replied, “Don't talk like a fool! If we accept blessings from God, we must accept trouble as well.” In all that happened, Job never once said anything against God.

Question: How did Satan and his evil associates attack the LORD’S servant Job?

Answer: In the story of Job, Satan attacked Job’s life, possessions, and health, seeking to undermine his faith and loyalty to God. This narrative illustrates Satan’s malevolent intentions.

Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Question: What are some of the Devil’s schemes that are evident in the world today?

Answer: The Devil’s schemes can include deception, temptation, division, and the promotion of sin and ungodliness in the world. These schemes aim to draw people away from God.

Share a time when you felt a direct attack from Satan and the powers of darkness.

Answer: This question prompts personal reflection and sharing of experiences when individuals have felt spiritually attacked, providing an opportunity for testimonies and support.

Finding strength and protection in the LORD

Ephesians 6:10

KJV ¹⁰ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV ¹⁰ Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

Question: How can we find strength and protection in the LORD?

Answer: We can find strength and protection in the LORD by relying on His promises, seeking His presence through prayer and worship, and putting on the full armor of God.

Deuteronomy 31:6

KJV ⁶ Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. CEV ⁶ Be brave and strong! Don't be afraid of the nations on the other side of the Jordan. The Lord your God will always be at your side, and he will never abandon you.
Isaiah 41:10

KJV ¹⁰ Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. CEV ¹⁰ Don't be afraid. I am with you. Don't tremble with fear. I am your God. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and give you victories.

Question: Why is it important to remember that we cannot fight this spiritual battle with the weapons of this world?

Answer: It’s important to remember because the weapons of this world are inadequate for spiritual battles. We need the supernatural strength and protection that come from God.

2 Corinthians 10:3-5

KJV ³ For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: ⁴ (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds; ) ⁵ Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; CEV ³ We live in this world, but we don't act like its people ⁴ or fight our battles with the weapons of this world. Instead, we use God's power that can destroy fortresses. We destroy arguments ⁵ and every bit of pride that keeps anyone from knowing God. We capture people's thoughts and make them obey Christ.

Question: How does the apostle Paul describe the armor (panoply) of God? (Ephesians 6:13-17

KJV ¹³ Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. ¹⁴ Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; ¹⁵ And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; ¹⁶ Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. ¹⁷ And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: CEV ¹³ So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm. ¹⁴ Be ready! Let the truth be like a belt around your waist, and let God's justice protect you like armor. ¹⁵ Your desire to tell the good news about peace should be like shoes on your feet. ¹⁶ Let your faith be like a shield, and you will be able to stop all the flaming arrows of the evil one. ¹⁷ Let God's saving power be like a helmet, and for a sword use God's message that comes from the Spirit.
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Answer: The armor of God includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.

Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.
Ephesians 6:13

KJV ¹³ Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. CEV ¹³ So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm.

Question: What important insights can you find in the opening phrases of Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.
and Ephesians 6:13

KJV ¹³ Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. CEV ¹³ So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm.
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Answer: Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.
emphasizes putting on the whole armor of God to stand against the schemes of the Devil, and Ephesians 6:13

KJV ¹³ Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. CEV ¹³ So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm.
encourages us to take up the full armor of God to withstand evil in the day of trouble.

Romans 13:11-14

KJV ¹¹ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. ¹² The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. ¹³ Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. ¹⁴ But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. CEV ¹¹ You know what sort of times we live in, and so you should live properly. It is time to wake up. You know that the day when we will be saved is nearer now than when we first put our faith in the Lord. ¹² Night is almost over, and day will soon appear. We must stop behaving as people do in the dark and be ready to live in the light. ¹³ So behave properly, as people do in the day. Don't go to wild parties or get drunk or be vulgar or indecent. Don't quarrel or be jealous. ¹⁴ Let the Lord Jesus Christ be as near to you as the clothes you wear. Then you won't try to satisfy your selfish desires.

Question: Paul gives another description of armor in Romans 13:11-14

KJV ¹¹ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. ¹² The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. ¹³ Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. ¹⁴ But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. CEV ¹¹ You know what sort of times we live in, and so you should live properly. It is time to wake up. You know that the day when we will be saved is nearer now than when we first put our faith in the Lord. ¹² Night is almost over, and day will soon appear. We must stop behaving as people do in the dark and be ready to live in the light. ¹³ So behave properly, as people do in the day. Don't go to wild parties or get drunk or be vulgar or indecent. Don't quarrel or be jealous. ¹⁴ Let the Lord Jesus Christ be as near to you as the clothes you wear. Then you won't try to satisfy your selfish desires.
. What additional insights do you see not mentioned in Ephesians 6?

Answer: In Romans 13:11-14

KJV ¹¹ And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. ¹² The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. ¹³ Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. ¹⁴ But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof. CEV ¹¹ You know what sort of times we live in, and so you should live properly. It is time to wake up. You know that the day when we will be saved is nearer now than when we first put our faith in the Lord. ¹² Night is almost over, and day will soon appear. We must stop behaving as people do in the dark and be ready to live in the light. ¹³ So behave properly, as people do in the day. Don't go to wild parties or get drunk or be vulgar or indecent. Don't quarrel or be jealous. ¹⁴ Let the Lord Jesus Christ be as near to you as the clothes you wear. Then you won't try to satisfy your selfish desires.
, Paul emphasizes living in the light, putting on the Lord Jesus Christ, and making no provision for the flesh. These aspects highlight the importance of holy living.

Share a time when you became keenly aware you were covered with the armor of God and receiving supernatural protection.

Answer: This question invites personal testimonies of experiencing God’s protection and empowerment in challenging situations.

What encouragement would you offer to someone who feels under spiritual attack? What promises in the Scriptures offer hope?

Answer: Encouragement can be offered by reminding individuals of God’s promises of protection, His faithfulness, and the effectiveness of prayer and spiritual warfare. Scriptures like Psalm 91 and James 4:7-8

KJV ⁷ Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. ⁸ Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. CEV ⁷ Surrender to God! Resist the devil, and he will run from you. ⁸ Come near to God, and he will come near to you. Clean up your lives, you sinners. Purify your hearts, you people who can't make up your mind.
provide hope and guidance for standing against spiritual attacks.

The Great Battle Between Good and Evil

Ephesians 6:10 KJV 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV 10 Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

Ephesians 6:11 KJV 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV 11 Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Organized forces of evil

Ephesians 6:11 KJV 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV 11 Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Share a time when you felt a direct attack from Satan and the powers of darkness.

Finding strength and protection in the LORD

Ephesians 6:10 KJV 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV 10 Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

Share a time when you became keenly aware you were covered with the armor of God and receiving supernatural protection.

What encouragement would you offer to someone who feels under spiritual attack? What promises in the Scriptures offer hope?

Ephesians 6:10

KJV ¹⁰ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV ¹⁰ Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Ephesians 6:11

KJV ¹¹ Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. CEV ¹¹ Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Ephesians 6:10

KJV ¹⁰ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. CEV ¹⁰ Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.