²⁷ and don’t give the Devil an opportunity.

¹¹ Put on^(A) the full armor^(B) of God so that you can stand against the tactics^[a] of the Devil.

Conclusion

⁸ Be serious!^(A) Be alert!^(B) Your adversary the Devil^(C) is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour. ⁹ Resist him^(D) and be firm in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are being experienced by your fellow believers throughout the world.