.... and God said ....

For I AM the Lord, I change not ... Malachi 3:6

LET’S LOOK AT A FEW VARIATIONS,

SIMILARITIES AND VERSION INTERPRETATIONS

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might.

Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

Wherefore take unto you the whole Armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the Sword of the Spirit, which is The Word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Ephesians 6:10-18 KJV

NEW CENTURY VERSION

Ephesians 6:10-18

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his great power.

11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can fight against the devil’s evil tricks.

12 Our fight is not against people on earth but against the rulers and authorities and the powers of this world’s darkness, against the spiritual powers of evil in the heavenly world.

13 That is why you need to put on God’s full armor. Then on the day of evil you will be able to stand strong. And when you have finished the whole fight, you will still be standing.

14 So stand strong, with the belt of truth tied around your waist and the protection of right living on your chest.

15 On your feet wear the Good News of peace to help you stand strong.

16 And also use the shield of faith with which you can stop all the burning arrows of the Evil One.

17 Accept God’s 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 with all kinds of prayers, asking for everything you need. To do this you must always be ready and never give up. Always pray for all God’s people. NCV

Psalm 149:6

Let them shout his praise with their two-edged swords in their hands.

Hebrews 4:12

God’s word is alive and working and is sharper than a double-edged sword. It cuts all the way into us, where the soul and the spirit are joined, to the center of our joints and bones. And it judges the thoughts and feelings in our hearts.

Isaiah 2:4

He will settle arguments among the nations and will make decisions for many nations. Then they will make their swords into plows and their spears into hooks for trimming trees. Nations will no longer fight other nations, nor will they train for war anymore.

Isaiah 49:2

He made my tongue like a sharp sword. He hid me in the shadow of his hand. He made me like a sharp arrow. He hid me in the holder for his arrows.

Revelation 1:16

He held seven stars in his right hand, and a sharp double-edged sword came out of his mouth. He looked like the sun shining at its brightest time.

NEW LIVING TRANSLATION

Ephesians 6:10-18

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. NLT

Psalm 149:6

Let the praises of God be in their mouths, and a sharp sword in their hands—

Hebrews 4:12

For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.

Isaiah 2:4

He will judge between the nations, and will decide for many people. And they will beat their swords into plows, and their spears into knives for cutting vines. Nation will not lift up sword against nation, and they will not learn about war anymore.

Isaiah 49:2

He made my words of judgment as sharp as a sword. He has hidden me in the shadow of his hand. I am like a sharp arrow in his quiver.

Revelation 1:16

He held seven stars in his right hand, and a sharp two-edged sword came from his mouth. And his face was like the sun in all its brilliance.

ENGLISH STANDARD VERSION

Ephesians 6:10-18

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.

11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.

12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.

13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.

14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,

15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.

16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;

17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,

18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, ESV

Psalm 149:6

Let the high praises of God be in their throats and two-edged swords in their hands,

Hebrews 4:12

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Isaiah 2:4

He shall judge between the nations, and shall decide disputes for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore.

Isaiah 49:2

He made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow; in his quiver he hid me away.

Revelation 1:16

In his right hand he held seven stars, from his mouth came a sharp two-edged sword, and his face was like the sun shining in full strength.

NEW CATHOLIC BIBLE

Ephesians 6:10-18

10 Put On the Armor of God. Finally, find your strength in the Lord and in his mighty power.

11 Put on the armor of God so that you will be able to stand firm against the deceit of the devil.

12 For we are not struggling against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, the powers, and the cosmic rulers of this present darkness, and against the spirits of evil in the heavens.

13 Therefore, put on the armor of God, so that you will be able to hold fast on the evil day and to hold your ground with all your strength.

14 Stand firm, then, with the belt of truth fastened around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness clothing you,

15 and with your feet shod in zeal to proclaim the gospel of peace.

16 In all circumstances, hold in your hand the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

17 And take the helmet of salvation as well as the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

18 Be Vigilant in Prayer. In all of your prayers and entreaties, pray always in the Spirit. To that end, keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the saints. NCB

Psalm 149:6

May the praises of God be on their lips and a double-edged sword in their hands

Hebrews 4:12

The Word of God Is Living Indeed, the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any two-edged sword, it pierces to the point where it divides soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and the intentions of the heart.

Isaiah 2:4

He will judge between the nations and serve as an arbiter for many peoples. They will beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks. One nation will not lift up a sword against another, nor will they ever again be trained for war.

Isaiah 49:2

He made my tongue like a sharp sword and hid me in the shadow of his hand. He formed me into a polished arrow, and he concealed me in his quiver.

Revelation 1:16

In his right hand he held seven stars. From his mouth there protruded a sharp, two-edged sword, and his face shone like the sun in all its brilliance.

AMPLIFIED BIBLE, CLASSIC ADDITION

Ephesians 6:10-18

10 In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].

11 Put on God’s whole armor [the armor of a heavy-armed soldier which God supplies], that you may be able successfully to stand up against [all] the strategies and the deceits of the devil.

12 For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms, against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere.

13 Therefore put on God’s complete armor, that you may be able to resist and stand your ground on the evil day [of danger], and, having done all [the crisis demands], to stand [firmly in your place].

14 Stand therefore [hold your ground], having tightened the belt of truth around your loins and having put on the breastplate of integrity and of moral rectitude and right standing with God,

15 And having shod your feet in preparation [to face the enemy with the firm-footed stability, the promptness, and the readiness produced by the good news] of the Gospel of peace.

16 Lift up over all the [covering] shield of saving faith, upon which you can quench all the flaming missiles of the wicked [one].

17 And take the helmet of salvation and the sword that the Spirit wields, which is the Word of God.

18 Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people). AMPC

Psalm 149:6

Let the high praises of God be in their throats and a two-edged sword in their hands...

Hebrews 4:12

For the Word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the [a]breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging the very thoughts and purposes of the heart.

Isaiah 2:4

And He shall judge between the nations and shall decide [disputes] for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.

Isaiah 49:2

And He has made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of His hand has He hid me and made me a polished arrow; in His quiver has He kept me close and concealed me.

Revelation 1:16

In His right hand He held seven stars, and from His mouth there came forth a sharp two-edged sword, and His face was like the sun shining in full power at midday.

take up the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in The Spirit

(Jesus said) ... Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword. Matthew 10:34

Bless the Lord, ye His Angels, that excel in strength, that do His commandments, hearkening unto the Voice of His Word. Psalm 103:20

For He shall give His Angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. Psalm 91:11

... for it is written, He shall give His Angels charge concerning thee: and in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone. Matthew 4:6

TheWORD IS TheSWORD
And PRAISEandWORSHIP
IS TheWEAPON

You shall also decide and decree a thing, and it shall be established for you; and the light [of God’s favor] shall shine upon your ways. Job 22:28 AMPC

Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” Whenever you turn to the right hand or whenever you turn to the left. Isaiah 30:21 NKJV

Your word, Lord, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens. Your faithfulness continues through all generations; you established the earth, and it endures. Psalm 119:89-90 NIV

Philippians 2:5-11

Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: but made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: and being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

2 Corinthians 10:4-5

For the weapons of our warfare are not physical [weapons of flesh and blood], but they are mighty before God for the overthrow and destruction of strongholds, [Inasmuch as we] refute arguments and theories and reasonings and every proud and lofty thing that sets itself up against the [true] knowledge of God; and we lead every thought and purpose away captive into the obedience of Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One), 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 AMPC

For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, ESV

The world is unprincipled. It’s dog-eat-dog out there! The world doesn’t fight fair. But we don’t live or fight our battles that way—never have and never will. The tools of our trade aren’t for marketing or manipulation, but they are for demolishing that entire massively corrupt culture. We use our powerful God-tools for smashing warped philosophies, tearing down barriers erected against the truth of God, fitting every loose thought and emotion and impulse into the structure of life shaped by Christ. Our tools are ready at hand for clearing the ground of every obstruction and building lives of obedience into maturity. MSG

For the weapons of our warfare are not merely human, but they possess the divine power to destroy strongholds. We demolish arguments and every proud pretension against the knowledge of God, and we compel every thought to surrender in obedience to Christ. NCB

We fight with weapons that are different from those the world uses. Our weapons have power from God that can destroy the enemy’s strong places. We destroy people’s arguments and every proud thing that raises itself against the knowledge of God. We capture every thought and make it give up and obey Christ. NCV

We use God’s mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ. NLT

And he (Jesus) said unto them, I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven. Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Notwithstanding in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven.

(Nevertheless, the spirits ARE subject to you)

Behold! I have given you authority and power to trample upon serpents and scorpions, and [physical and mental strength and ability] over all the power that the enemy [possesses]; and nothing shall in any way harm you. AMPC

Listen, I have given you power to walk on snakes and scorpions, power that is greater than the enemy has. So nothing will hurt you. NCV

I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. NIV

Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and crush them. Nothing will injure you. But don’t rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven.” NLT

Luke 10:18-20

Isaiah 14:12

How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! KJV

How have you fallen from heaven, O light-bringer and daystar, son of the morning! How you have been cut down to the ground, you who weakened and laid low the nations [O blasphemous, satanic king of Babylon!] AMPC

“How you are fallen from heaven, O Day Star, son of Dawn! How you are cut down to the ground, you who laid the nations low! ESV

King of Babylon, morning star, you have fallen from heaven, even though you were as bright as the rising sun! In the past all the nations on earth bowed down before you, but now you have been cut down. NCV

“How you are fallen from heaven, O shining star, son of the morning! You have been thrown down to the earth, you who destroyed the nations of the world. NLT

Proverbs 2:1-11

My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;
So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;
Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding;
If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures;
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.
For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.
He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.
Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path.
When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;
Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee...

IN CLOSING

For Thou hast magnified Thy Word above ALL Thy Name. Psalm 138:2

Remember the former things of old: for I AM God, and there is none else; I AM God, and there is none like Me, Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do ALL My Pleasure .... Isaiah 46:9-10

And I have put My words in your mouth, and I have covered you with the shadow of My Hand, that I may plant the heavens, lay the foundations of the earth, and say to Zion, “You are My people.”’ Isaiah 51:16 NKJV

The Spirit of the Lord spoke by me, and His word was on my tongue. 2 Samuel 23:2 NKJV
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14
Give ear, O My people, to My law: incline your ears to the Words of My Mouth. Psalm 78:1
This is my comfort in my affliction: for Thy Word hath quickened me. Psalm 119:50
My soul fainteth for Thy salvation: but I hope in Thy Word. Psalm 119:81
Forever, O Lord, Thy Word is settled in heaven. Psalm 119:89
I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep Thy Word. Psalm 119:101
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105
Thou art my hiding place and my Shield: I hope in Thy Word. Psalm 119:114
Order my steps in Thy Word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me. Psalm 119:133
Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to Thy Word. Psalm 119:154
I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in His Word do I hope. Psalm 130:5
For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, Thou knowest it altogether. Psalm 139:4
But whosoever hearkens unto Me shall dwell safely and shall be quiet from fear of evil. Proverbs 1:33
... I will pour out My Spirit unto you, I will make known My Words unto you. Proverbs 1:23

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For I AM the Lord, I change not ... Malachi 3:6

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AMPLIFIED BIBLE, CLASSIC ADDITION

take up the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in The Spirit

(Jesus said) ... Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword. Matthew 10:34

TheWORD IS TheSWORD And PRAISEandWORSHIP IS TheWEAPON

Philippians 2:5-11

2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Luke 10:18-20

Isaiah 14:12

Proverbs 2:1-11

My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;

IN CLOSING

For Thou hast magnified Thy Word above ALL Thy Name. Psalm 138:2

Remember the former things of old: for I AM God, and there is none else; I AM God, and there is none like Me, Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do ALL My Pleasure .... Isaiah 46:9-10

And I have put My words in your mouth, and I have covered you with the shadow of My Hand, that I may plant the heavens, lay the foundations of the earth, and say to Zion, “You are My people.”’ Isaiah 51:16 NKJV

The Spirit of the Lord spoke by me, and His word was on my tongue. 2 Samuel 23:2 NKJV

Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14

Give ear, O My people, to My law: incline your ears to the Words of My Mouth. Psalm 78:1

This is my comfort in my affliction: for Thy Word hath quickened me. Psalm 119:50

My soul fainteth for Thy salvation: but I hope in Thy Word. Psalm 119:81

Forever, O Lord, Thy Word is settled in heaven. Psalm 119:89

I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep Thy Word. Psalm 119:101

Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105

Thou art my hiding place and my Shield: I hope in Thy Word. Psalm 119:114

Order my steps in Thy Word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me. Psalm 119:133

Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to Thy Word. Psalm 119:154

I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait, and in His Word do I hope. Psalm 130:5

For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, Thou knowest it altogether. Psalm 139:4

But whosoever hearkens unto Me shall dwell safely and shall be quiet from fear of evil. Proverbs 1:33

... I will pour out My Spirit unto you, I will make known My Words unto you. Proverbs 1:23

TheWORD IS TheSWORD
And PRAISEandWORSHIP
IS TheWEAPON