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Stand firm with truth and goodness.
Ephesians 6:11
Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Ephesians 6:11 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
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What does this verse mean?
God’s armour pictures spiritual resources for resisting evil. The following verses name truth, righteousness, faith and more. This is not an instruction to fight people or use real weapons.
Choose truth and a peaceful response when pressured towards a dishonest or cruel action.
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Which good quality could help you stand against a wrong choice?
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Bible context & readings +
Ephesians 6:10–18 develops the armour image and explicitly says the struggle is not against flesh and blood. Prayer runs through the passage, so the picture concerns faithful resistance rather than aggression.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, strengthen us with truth, faith and peace. Amen.
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