The Whole Armour of God

Is all that surrounds us evil, even our own flesh? Is a sinner ever able to live above sin? How do we run this race? How is this life a battle to be fought? How long will this conflict continue? Is this a physical battle that we fight? How is our weapon always the LORD Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross? What does it mean to bring every thought to the obedience of Christ?