Buckler is the shield. The shield of course is faith where it begins. Being protected from satan. Defend first, then we go the attack. Here we're given all the battle and war time places of protection.
For example high tower place of refuge, to see the enemy coming from a distance on watch over looking all. Staying on watch so that Christ may find you with faith when HE comes back.
(Ephesians 6:16) "Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts (arrows) of the wicked."
Above all because it begins with faith. Without faith we have no defenses. Defenses of course are the first step in any military, and for any soldier individually.
So, with satan's attack with faith we defend, block, suppress it. Sticking that shield out--faith--right in his face. And on his way in he can do nothing, as he gets closer in distance. That's what the sword is for go for the kill under spiritual (mental) attack. In Yeshua the Christos name.
When Christ said ALL power over the enemy HE meant it.
The word of God exposes him in Christ' name that is why he runs (Hebrews 4:12-13). A coward. satan is the quitter, Mr. self-defeat himself. we are CAN-DO.
Amen! Faith is so important in protecting us from attacks from the enemy. "Above all", is key, like you said.
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