“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His power. Put on the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:10-11 NRSV)
Christians shouldn’t rely on their own strength but must tap into the mighty power of the Lord. Human strength is impotent in opposing our supernatural enemy, the devil. With the omnipotent God as our power source, even a little strength is sufficient for victory. “Remember that it is your God who gives you power.” (Deuteronomy 8:18 NLT)
God wants you to be able to withstand and stand against the devil’s onslaught. To withstand means to resist or oppose an evil influence. To stand is to take a prolonged stance, to continue to hold up under pressure. Withstand for the moment; stand for a lifetime.
-- Lenya Heitzig and Penny Pierce Rose in Pathway to God’s Treasure: Ephesians
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