This Means War!

As Paul winds down this great letter to the Ephesians he concludes in a peculiar way. Normally, Paul brings his letters to a conclusion by sending various greetings, referencing specific individuals, and offering bits of instruction and encouragement. In the book of Ephesians however, Paul sets forth in depth instruction about spiritual warfare, and calls all Christians to be strengthened in the Lord and to put on the armor of God that they take a firm stand against the devil. This message explores the nature of the spiritual enemy and the admonitions to engage the conflict in order to motivate believers to take on the hosts of darkness.