The Passion Translation New Testament Masterpiece Edition (2020 edition) : with Psalms, Proverbs and Song of Songs (The Illustrated Passion Translation) (The Passion Translation (TPT))

by Brian Simmons

10Now my beloved ones, I have saved these most important truths for last: Be supernaturally infused with strength through your life-union with the Lord Jesus. Stand victorious with the forcei of his explosive power flowing in and through you. 11Put on God’s complete set of armorj provided for us, so that you will be protected as you fight against the evil strategies of the accuser!k 12Your hand-to-hand combat is not with human beings, but with the highest principalities and authorities operating in rebellion under the heavenly realms.l For they are a powerful class of demon-godsm and evil spirits that holdn this dark world in bondage. 13Because of this, you must wear all the armor that God provides so you’re protected as you confront the slanderer,o for you are destined for all thingsp and will rise victorious. 14Put on truth as a belt to strengthen you to stand in triumph. Put on holiness as the protective armor that covers your heart. 15Stand on your feet alert, then you’ll always be ready to share the blessings of peace. 16In every battle, take faith as your wrap-around shield, for it is able to extinguish the blazing arrows coming at you from the evil one!q 17–18Embrace the power of salvation’s full deliverance, like a helmet to protect your thoughts from lies. And take the mighty razor-sharp Spirit-swordr of the spoken word of God. Pray passionatelys in the Spirit, as you constantly intercede with every form of prayer at all times. Pray the blessings of God upon all h...