41 Bible Verses about Spiritual Warfare, As Conflict

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 heavenly places.

For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. The weapons we use in our fight are not of the flesh but God's powerful weapons, which we use to destroy strongholds. We destroy false arguments.

The night is far along and the day is at hand. Let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. Let us walk honestly as in the daytime, not in rioting and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and loose conduct, not in strife and jealousy. Put on (live like) (clothe yourself with) the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not make provision for the desires of the flesh.

The weapons we use in our fight are not of the flesh but God's powerful weapons, which we use to destroy strongholds. We destroy false arguments.

He answered: This is the word of Jehovah to Zerubbabel. Then Jehovah of Hosts said: 'Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit.'

For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh. These are in opposition to one another that you may not do the things that you would.

Beloved, I request that you as aliens and strangers abstain from fleshly lust (desires), which causes conflict in you.

Simon, Simon, behold, Satan asked to have you, that he might sift you as wheat. I prayed for you that your faith would not fail. Once you have turned again strengthen your brothers.

However I see a different law at work in my body. This law fights against the law that my mind approves of. It makes me a prisoner to the law of sin that is at work in my body.

Yes, and all who would live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.

The Lord will deliver me from every evil work. He will save me to his heavenly kingdom. To him is the glory forever and ever. Amen.

You have not yet resisted by shedding blood in your striving against sin.

I spoke to you that in me you might have peace. In the world you have tribulation. Be of good cheer for I have conquered the world!

Let your manner of life be worthy of the good news about Christ. Whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your conduct, that you stand fast in one spirit (common purpose) (mental disposition) (vital principle), with one mind striving together for the faith of the good news. Do not be frightened by opponents. This is evidence of destruction for them and salvation for you from God. It has been granted to you in behalf of Christ. Not only to believe on him, but also to suffer in his behalf.read more.
You have the same conflict that you saw in me, and now hear to be in me.

Beloved ones do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, for it comes upon you like a test, as though some strange thing were happening to you. As much as you are partakers of Christ's sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory you also may rejoice with exceeding joy.

For that reason, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, having done everything, to stand firm.

You must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

Encourage yourselves each day, as long as it is called Today, that none of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.

I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now has come the salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power (authority) of his Christ: for the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accused them before our God day and night.

Be alert (be watchful) and stand fast (be vigilant) (persevere) in the faith, carry on as men (be courageous), be strong. (Ps 31:24)

Have I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage. Do not be afraid, neither be dismayed; for Jehovah your God is with you wherever you go.

Joshua said: Do not be afraid. Do not be terrified! Be strong and have courage: for this is what Jehovah will do to all your enemies against whom you fight.

He appointed military commanders over the troops and gathered the commanders in the square by the city gate. He spoke these words of encouragement: Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened or terrified by the king of Assyria or the crowd with him. Someone greater is on our side. Jehovah our God fights on our side. The Assyrians must rely on human power alone. These words encouraged the army of Judah.

Fight the good fight of the faith! Lay hold on everlasting life! You were called and confessed the good confession in the sight of many witnesses.

That is why we boast (rejoice) (have glory) about you in the congregations of God. We boast (rejoice) (have glory) about the way you continue to endure and believe through all the persecutions and sufferings you experience.

Stand firm in your faith, knowing that the same sufferings are accomplished in your brothers in the world. After you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will perfect, establish, and strengthen you.

Be sober, be watchful: your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion walks about, seeking whom he may devour (consume).

Brothers, if someone is caught in any kind of wrongdoing, those of you who are spiritual should set him right. But you must do it in a gentle way. And keep an eye on yourselves, so that you will not be tempted, too.

With prayer and supplication pray at all times in the Spirit. Watch with all perseverance and supplication for all the holy ones.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil (the wicked one).' (Psalm 82:4) (Psalm 97:10) (Matthew 13:19) (John 17:15) (1 John 5:19)

Watch and pray continually that you do not enter into temptation!

To avoid temptation watch and pray. The spirit truly is willing but the flesh is weak.

Peter was kept in prison. Prayer was made without ceasing by the congregation to God for him.

Pray that we may be delivered (rescued) from perverse and evil men, for not all have faith.

Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in his mighty strength.

You armed me and gave me strength to fight. You subdued and brought low those who came against me.

God arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet sure-footed on high places just like those of a deer. He trains my hands for battle so that my arms can bend an archer's bow of bronze.read more.
You have given me the shield of your salvation. Your right hand supports me. Your gentleness (humility) (meekness) makes me great. You make a wide path for me to walk on so that my feet do not slip.

That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, that you may be strengthened with power through his Spirit in the inward man.

I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Put on the full armor (every implement) of God, that you may be able to stand against the cunning (inventive) (clever) methods of the devil.

For that reason, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, having done everything, to stand firm. Stand firm therefore and gird your loins with truth. Put on the breastplate of righteousness. Shod your feet with the preparation of the good news of peace.read more.
Also take up the shield of faith, with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.