𝗪𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗔𝗥

WE ARE AT WAR

Spiritual Warfare Is Real in the Dispensation of Grace

Ephesians 6:12 (KJV)
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world…”

INTRODUCTION

The Christian life is not a playground—it is a battlefield.
While Christ has already secured the victory at Calvary, believers today still face ongoing spiritual conflict.

In the Dispensation of Grace, Satan cannot steal our salvation—but he can attack our walk, witness, and warfare readiness.

2 Corinthians 2:11 – “Lest Satan should get an advantage of us…”

①POSITION — We Are Placed in a Battle
Ephesians 6:12
Believers are positioned in spiritual conflict.

Conflict is spiritual, not physical
John 18:36
Opposition is organized
Ephesians 6:12
Engagement is unavoidable
Job 1:7
You don’t choose the war—the war comes to you.

②PURPOSE — The Enemy Seeks to Undermine
1 Peter 5:8
Satan’s aim is destruction, not redemption.

To deceive minds
2 Corinthians 11:3
To distract believers
Luke 8:14
To discourage servants
Galatians 6:9
He cannot damn you—but he can derail you.

③POWER — The Believer’s Strength Is Divine
Ephesians 6:10
Victory is not human-powered.

Strength in the Lord
Psalm 28:7
Might through His power
Colossians 1:11
Victory already secured
1 Corinthians 15:57
We fight FROM victory, not FOR victory.

④PROVISION — God Supplies the Armor
Ephesians 6:11
God never sends soldiers unarmed.

Whole armor required
Ephesians 6:11
Heavenly equipment provided
2 Corinthians 10:4
Protection is spiritual
Isaiah 59:17
Partial armor invites defeat.

⑤PREPARATION — Standing Requires Discipline
Ephesians 6:13
Preparation precedes perseverance.

Truth fastened
John 17:17
Righteousness practiced
Romans 6:13
Readiness maintained
1 Peter 1:13
Lazy soldiers become easy targets.

⑥PERSISTENCE — The Battle Is Continuous
Galatians 6:9
Spiritual warfare is ongoing.

Daily resistance required
James 4:7
Watchfulness commanded
Matthew 26:41
Endurance rewarded
2 Timothy 2:3
Victory belongs to those who don’t quit.

⑦PRAYER — The Lifeline of the Warrior
Ephesians 6:18
Prayer activates the armor.

Praying always
1 Thessalonians 5:17
Praying in the Spirit
Romans 8:26
Praying for others
Colossians 4:3
Armor without prayer is powerless.

⑧PROTECTION — Christ Dwells Within
1 John 4:4
The greatest defense is Christ in us.

Indwelling Spirit
Romans 8:10
Greater power within
1 John 4:4
Sealed until redemption
Ephesians 1:13
The enemy is strong—but Christ is stronger.

⑨PROMISE — Final Victory Is Certain
Revelation 19:11

The war will end in triumph.
Christ returns as King
Revelation 19:16
Satan will be defeated
Revelation 20:10
Believers reign with Christ
2 Timothy 2:12
The outcome is already written.

CALL TO ACTION

Put on the whole armor
Stand firm in grace
Stay watchful and prayerful
Ephesians 6:13 – “Having done all, to stand.”

CONCLUSION

We are not victims—we are victors in Christ.
The battlefield is real, the enemy is active, but the armor is sufficient and the victory is sure.
Stand strong. Stay armored. Serve faithfully.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The battle is spiritual
The enemy is real
The armor is complete
The strength is divine
Prayer is essential
Persistence is required
Christ is within
Victory is assured
Glory belongs to God

“Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57)