The words of Ephesians 6:10-19 are some of the best known in this letter, Paul’s powerful imagery of a Christian in the armour of God. But what does it mean? What does it say about the Christian life? And how should we think on these vivid images? As a selection for us to choose from, as a pattern of conquest, or as our only means of survival?

put on the full armour of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand  – Ephesians 6:13