“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”

Ephesians 6:12 ESV

So often, we fight the wrong battle. Every battle we face has a spiritual agenda behind it. The enemy’s end goal is to distract us from the purpose of God and distance us from His love. Behind every earthly problem, there is a spiritual reality.

My childhood was filled with tears because of my father’s behavior and constant anger. Our home felt unsafe—full of fear and tension. Instead of confronting the source spiritually, we simply adapted to the chaos. Our thoughts, routines, and emotions revolved around preparing for his next outburst. But the true problem was never my father—it was the evil spirit at work, provoked through black magic by his business rivals.

In the middle of this darkness, my mother encountered Jesus Christ and accepted Him as her Lord and Savior. She recognized the real enemy and began to fight the right battle—through prayer, faith, and spiritual authority. And when God steps into the battlefield, who can stand against Him?

Jesus Christ, the Victor, reigned over that situation and delivered my father and our family from the long spiritual battle. After that breakthrough, salvation entered our home—one heart after another.

When we read words like principalities, cosmic powers, rulers of darkness, it may seem frightening, but Scripture clearly tells us that Satan is a defeated foe and is under our feet. He may roar loudly, but Christ stripped him of his power at the cross.

We are not left helpless. God has equipped us, and He sees us as warriors. Pray at all times, because every battle—whether in friendships, relationships, family, or career—is first fought and won in the spiritual realm. We grow weary when we fight with human strength, but spiritual warfare through prayer lifts us into victory. Prayer is the only weapon that destroys the works of darkness. No matter what comes against you, it will fall—because prayer prevails, and God never loses.

You will be victorious. When God is for you, who can be against you?

So, put on the whole armor of God and stand firm.

“Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”

Ephesians 6:13–17 NLT

Prayer:

Lord Jesus, open my eyes to recognize the real battle and teach me to stand firm in Your strength. Clothe me with Your armor, fill me with Your Spirit, and help me fight through prayer and faith. Thank You that victory is already mine through You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.