In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he begins his conclusion by telling them about the equipment they will need to combat evil in this world and their lives. Using the armor of a Roman soldier, Paul illustrates the equipment the Christian will need to defend their faith, remain “strong in the Lord” and to be able to “stand firm” (Ephesians 6:10-18).
Paul makes it very clear that the Christian “struggle is not against flesh and blood.” The Christian will not use weapons, tanks, missiles, bombers or even “hand to hand combat.”