¹⁰Finally, build up your strength in union with the Lord and by means of his mighty power. ¹¹Put on all the armour that God gives you, so that you will be able to stand up against the Devil’s evil tricks. ¹²For we are not fighting against human beings but against the wicked spiritual forces in the heavenly world, the rulers, authorities, and cosmic powers of this dark age. ¹³So put on God’s armour now! Then when the evil day comes, you will be able to resist the enemy’s attacks; and after fighting to the end, you will still hold your ground.

¹⁴^*So stand ready, with truth as a belt tight round your waist, with righteousness as your breastplate, ¹⁵^*and as your shoes the readiness to announce the Good News of peace. ¹⁶At all times carry faith as a shield; for with it you will be able to put out all the burning arrows shot by the Evil One. ¹⁷^*And accept salvation as a helmet, and the word of God as the sword which the Spirit gives you. ¹⁸Do all this in prayer, asking for God’s help. Pray on every occasion, as the Spirit leads. For this reason keep alert and never give up; pray always for all God’s people.

Read in Logos

Ephesians 6:18: … praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints …

Cross references

*6.14 a: Is 11:5 6.14 b: Is 59:17
*6.15: Is 52:7
*6.17: Is 59:17