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The armour of God refers to the resources that Christians possess for defending themselves against the attacks of the world, the flesh and the devil.
Ps 28:7-8 See also Ge 15:1; Dt 33:29; Ps 3:3; Ps 7:10; Ps 119:114
Ro 13:12-14 See also Eph 4:22-24; Col 3:9,12-14; 1Pe 4:1
The belt of truth Eph 6:14 The importance of sound teaching: a good understanding of God’s truth counters Satan’s deceit: Ps 119:95,116; Eph 4:14-15; Col 2:8; 2Ti 1:13-14; 1Pe 1:13
The breastplate of righteousness Eph 6:14 Assurance that believers are righteous in God’s sight will counter Satan’s accusations: Pr 4:23; Pr 13:6; Isa 61:10; Zec 3:1-4
The gospel of peace Eph 6:15 The peace of God reassures and gives confidence in times of trouble: Jn 14:27; Jn 16:33; Php 4:6-7
The shield of faith Eph 6:16 Exercising faith draws strength from God, guards against deception and helps overcome temptation: Ro 1:17; Hab 2:4; 1Pe 5:9; 1Jn 5:4
The helmet of salvation Eph 6:17 The expectation of future glory encourages the Christian soldier and helps overcome despair: 1Th 5:8-9; Tit 2:11-14; 1Jn 3:3
The sword of the Spirit Eph 6:17 The Scriptures give readiness and confidence in battle and a sure defence against the evil one: Ps 119:11; 2Ti 3:16-17; Heb 4:12
The armour of God is worn with prayer Eph 6:18 Prayer ensures that believers recognise their need to turn to God and depend on him alone: Ps 55:16-18; Heb 4:16; Jas 5:16