Ephesians 6:10 says, “…stand against the wiles of the devil.” As I’m memorizing this phrase, my mind keeps going back to other Scriptures. To stand against means to resist. James 4:7 says, “Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”

Ephesians 6:13 says to withstand. The Greek word is anthistemi. Anti is “against” temi is to cause to stand. The Strong’s suggests vigorously opposing, standing face-to-face against an adversary, standing your ground.

In 1 Peter 5:8 he warned his readers that the devil looks for those he can attack and devour. Let Peter’s words ring in your heart. Verse 9 says, “Resist him, steadfast in the faith…” The devil’s attacks against us are always seeking to undermine and destroy our faith.

How did Jesus stand fast when he was tempted by the devil? He quoted Scripture! Luke 4:1-13. That is how we also must stand ~ firmly against his schemings ~ counter attacking through verbal truth. 

Beware! When doubts come into your mind, you have a negative thought about yourself, another, or your circumstances ~ that is an attack against your faith.