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Ephesians 6:12
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”
What it means
The real conflict behind our frustrations is not with the people who hurt us but with spiritual powers of darkness. Seeing this changes how we fight, turning us from anger at flesh and blood toward prayer, truth, and dependence on God. We do not face these forces in our own might. Jesus already disarmed the powers of darkness at the cross and rose victorious over them. Clothed in His strength and armor, you stand secure, resting in a triumph He has already won on your behalf.
Ephesians 6:12 at a glance
| Reference | Ephesians 6:12 |
|---|---|
| Book | Ephesians |
| Chapter to read it in | Ephesians 6 |
| Topic | strength |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- Colossians 1:13
- 2 Corinthians 4:4
- Ephesians 2:2
- Colossians 2:15
- Acts 26:18
- Ephesians 1:21
- Romans 8:38
- 1 Corinthians 9:25-27
- Ephesians 3:10
- Ephesians 1:3
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Ephesians 6:12?
It is in Ephesians, in Ephesians 6. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Ephesians 6:12?
Readers most often set it beside Colossians 1:13, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 2:2, Colossians 2:15. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Ephesians 6:12?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Jesus, our Shepherd, nothing about Ephesians 6:12 is hidden from you. We bring you Ephesians 6:12, strength. Let your Body in that place love one another and be one. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Where to begin this week.
- Read all of Ephesians 6 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Ephesians 6:12 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Nothing here is a finish line. It is one door into a life with Christ and with His people.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
