Ephesians 6:10–12 reminds us that the Christian life is a battle not against flesh and blood but against the unseen powers of darkness. Paul urges believers to be strengthened in the Lord’s power, for we cannot stand firm in our own strength. This passage calls us to put on God’s armor daily, knowing that only in Christ can we resist the schemes of the devil and remain steadfast in faith.

Revelation 12:7–12 unveils a war in heaven where Michael defeats the dragon, and Satan—the ancient serpent and accuser—is cast down. A heavenly hymn explains the meaning: Christ’s death and resurrection inaugurate God’s kingdom, silencing the accuser, and believers conquer “by the blood of the Lamb” and the word of their testimony, loving not their lives even unto death. Heaven rejoices, but earth faces the dragon’s fury for a short time—an already/not-yet call to courageous, faithful witness.

Psalm 35 is David’s cry for God to contend with enemies who attack him “without cause.” The psalm moves through scheming, mobbing, and gloating, yet each section ends in hope that God sees and will vindicate. For Christians, it points to Jesus, who was hated without cause, and it reminds us to pray honestly, trust God’s justice, and end with praise even in the face of injustice.