In Ephesians 6, the apostle Paul does not offer a suggestion or a gentle encouragement; he gives a solemn charge. He warns us that we do not wrestle against flesh and blood but against powers and rulers of darkness in the heavenly realms. This is not a metaphor to be softened or ignored. The belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith—these are not quaint symbols but vital defenses for a battle as real as the air we breathe. The Word of God is described not as an ornament but as a sword. We must take up these tools, stand firm, and resist the forces that seek to undermine and destroy. This is a call to vigilance, a call to strength, and a call to readiness in the face of a relentless spiritual enemy.

As we turn our attention up, we ask the question “Are we being soldiers for God?”

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