St. Paul's exhortation to the Ephesians on spiritual armor

The biblical writings of St. Paul to the Ephesians emphasize drawing strength from the Lord to face spiritual battles. Paul instructs believers to put on the armor of God to remain firm against evil, specifically citing the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, and feet prepared with the gospel of peace.

Further spiritual protections mentioned include the shield of faith to extinguish the arrows of the evil one, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. The text also encourages constant prayer in the Spirit for all people and for the courage of those spreading the Gospel.