Spiritual Warfare
For our struggle is not with flesh and blood but with the principalities, with the powers, with the world rulers of this present darkness, with the evil spirits in the heavens. - Ephesians 6:12
Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum
-Vegetius
"If you desire peace, prepare for war."
-Vegetius
Spiritual warfare is real. Catholics believe it is part of our daily journey of faith and the steady march toward heaven. It isn’t about fear or superstition, but about recognizing that we live in a world where both good and evil are at work and can influence our lives.
The Church teaches that Christ has already won the ultimate victory, but we are still called to stand firm, strengthened by the sacraments, prayer, and God’s Word. Understanding spiritual warfare helps us see how God equips us with grace to resist temptation, overcome sin, and live with courage and hope in His light.
What is Spiritual Warfare?
"The human person, created in the image of God, is a being at once corporeal and spiritual." - CCC, 362
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When God created man in his image and likeness, he effectively created a being that is spiritual as well as physical. We understand the spiritual component of man to be the soul, and we know the soul and the body are unified so that separating them results in death. Spiritual warfare therefore refers to the daily endeavor a soul must engage in during life, and it is a result of sin. ​
Weapons of Warfare
The Sacraments
Christ has already won the battle with evil, and he extends the power of his victory to us through the Sacraments. Here you will find resources on what the Sacraments are and how they strengthen us for the fight against our adversary, the devil.
Prayer
Amping up your prayer life is key to overcoming evil in your own life and in the world around you. Find resources and prayers here.
God's Word
The Scriptures are the revealed Word of God. They give us insight, guidance, and instruction on God's plan for humanity, holy living, and overcoming sin. Here you will find some of our favorite Bible resources to increase your time with God's Word.