Day 14: Ephesians 6:10
Ephesians 6:10
The Blueprint — The Verse
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.
Memorization Practice
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The Context — The History
Paul wrote from prison to Christians in Ephesus, a city steeped in magic, idol worship, and spiritual warfare. Believers faced invisible powers as well as visible social pressure to conform to pagan culture.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Ephesians 6 follows teaching on relationships in the home and workplace. Paul shifts to spiritual conflict, urging believers to put on the full armor of God and stand firm against the devil's schemes.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Ephesians 6:9
9And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Ephesians 6:9) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Ephesians 6:11
11Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Ephesians 6:11) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- What does it mean to be strong in the Lord rather than in yourself?
- Where do you feel the need for God's mighty power today?
- How does spiritual strength connect to the armor Paul describes next?