Bible Strands
Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The author addresses fellow believers at the close of a practical exhortation, immediately preceding instructions on spiritual defense.
The words — The imperative ἐνδυναμοῦσθε (endunamousthe) commands believers to "do be empowered," while ἐν κυρίῳ (en kuriō) specifies that this empowerment occurs "in the Lord."
The thread — The text's reliance on God's power aligns with Joshua 1:9, Isaiah 40:31, and Philippians 4:13, which similarly locate human capacity in divine provision rather than self-reliance.
Why it lands — The verse states that strength must be drawn from God's power, and it requires readers to abandon personal endurance before engaging spiritual opposition.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
Cross-references
- Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.
- Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.
- Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
- 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.
- 1 Peter 5:10 And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.
- Colossians 1:11 being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully
- 2 Corinthians 12:9 But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.
- Deuteronomy 20:3 saying to them, “Hear, O Israel, today you are going into battle with your enemies. Do not be fainthearted or afraid; do not be alarmed or terrified because of them.
- Ephesians 1:19 and the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of His mighty strength,
- Ephesians 3:16 I ask that out of the riches of His glory He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being,