The word of God, inspired by the Holy Spirit, is to be used to fight against and defend the believer from the devil just as a soldier uses his sword to fight and defend against enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
## through every prayer and request praying at all times in the Spirit ##
"Pray at all times in the Spirit as you pray and make specific requests"
## with all perseverance and prayer for all those set apart for God ##
"with constant alertness and prayer for all the believers"