Ephesians 6:10-24 NLT

Outline

• Greetings (1:1-2)
• The Divine Purpose: The Glory and Headship of Christ (1:3-14)
• Prayer That Christians May Realize God's Purpose and Power (1:15-23)
• Steps Toward the Fulfillment of God's Purpose (chs. 2-3)
  • Salvation of Individuals by Grace (2:1-10)
  • Reconciliation of Jew and Gentile through the Cross (2:11-18)
  • Uniting of Jew and Gentile in One Household (2:19-22)
  • Revelation of God's Wisdom through the Church (3:1-13)
  • Prayer for Deeper Experience of God's Fullness (3:14-21)
• Practical Ways to Fulfill God's Purpose in the Church (4:1;6:20)
  • Unity (4:1-6)
  • Maturity (4:7-16)
  • Renewal of Personal Life (4:17;5:20)
  • Deference in Personal Relationships (5:21;6:9)
    1. Principle (5:21)
    2. Husbands and wives (5:22-33)
    3. Children and parents (6:1-4)
    4. Slaves and masters (6:5-9)
  • Strength in the Spiritual Conflict (6:10-20)
• Conclusion, Final Greetings and Benediction (6:21-24)

Ephesians 6 NLT

10 A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 

11 Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 

12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. 

13 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. 

14 Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. 

15 For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. 

16 In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.

17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 

18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. 

19 And pray for me, too. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain God’s mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike. 

20 I am in chains now, still preaching this message as God’s ambassador. So pray that I will keep on speaking boldly for him, as I should. 

21 To bring you up to date, Tychicus will give you a full report about what I am doing and how I am getting along. He is a beloved brother and faithful helper in the Lord’s work. 

22 I have sent him to you for this very purpose—to let you know how we are doing and to encourage you. 

23 Peace be with you, dear brothers and sisters, and may God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you love with faithfulness. 

24 May God’s grace be eternally upon all who love our Lord Jesus Christ.