The Grands Letter (Eph/GLJ)
Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D. on September 18, 2026 4:59 am (CST)
Dear Grands,
Ephesians 6:10-13, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.
11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.
12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
13 Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm.”
“Don’t you dare go out in this weather without the proper clothing!” Even now, with many years having passed, I can still recall the voice of my mother, warning me of adverse weather.
The Apostle Paul issued a similar warning; but, his warning spoke of the “schemes of the devil.” There is a plethora of thought in today’s society that seeks to debunk all things related to the devil; nevertheless, he exists; and further, he is exceedingly clever in working his ills against humanity.
Yes, spiritual forces of darkness do exist; and every scheme must be rebutted with Biblical Truth! It’s at this point we can be encouraged! God has provided the armor that will withstand every evil force Satan can throw at us. The armor that protected Old and New Testament saints was as complete as it was uncomfortable! Nevertheless, without it, serious injury and death were virtually certain.
One of Rose Marie’s favorite undertakings was teaching our grandchildren how to prepare themselves for spiritual battles. They listened carefully, and today they are finding opportunities for doing just that! Yes, the LORD fights for us, yet He expects us to protect ourselves just as He has taught us. Are you prepared? Do you know the schemes of the enemy? You better get ready!
You can be certain he knows your weaknesses. But, you know the LORD, don’t you?
Heartily in Christ,
Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.
United States of America
We will never know that Christ is all we need,
Until He becomes all that we have. – Corrie ten Boom
