We’ve all no doubt heard of loopholes, typically they are a designed escape route for one of the parties in a contract or agreement.
“During the Middle Ages, architects and builders had to deal with the matter of defending a castle once it was erected. Long-bows, followed by crossbows, were formidable weapons typically used by both the attackers and defenders. A narrow window, often oval at the top and wider at the inner side of a thick wall, was found to offer a difficult target from across a moat. At the same time, such an opening was big enough to enable defenders to fire at will.
“This special form of ‘loophole’ saved the hide of many a lord of the manor. In time firearms would make it obsolete, and the term was transferred to its modern meaning. In a similar manner God’s word serves is a “loophole” to those who take refuge in it. By donning the word of God, we are able to stand firm against the fiery darts and assaults of the devil.
“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. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (Eph 6)
