Here’s what Central Michigan women’s basketball coach Sue Guevara had to say about the Kentucky Wildcats as her team prepared to play them recently. “They’re good. There’s a reason they’re in the top 25. They’re fast. They’re aggressive. They know the kind of toothpaste you used in the morning. That’s how tight they play you.”

Now that’s what you call being competitive!

We Christians need to understand that we are engaged in spiritual warfare. Sometimes the battle is up close and personal. In order to compete in our struggle against the enemy, we must put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-20). This will assure us of victory.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.—Ephesians 6:10-11.