This is a vital New Testament verse for me. Sobriety first, but resisting the devil is KEY. He is a coward. When you face him down, he will flee. Plus the promise comes true: suffering (“a little while,”) restoration, confirmation, strength and establishment. To all: the devil is prowling, be watchful.

1 Peter 5:8-10

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.

Bible Gateway link: 1 Peter 5:8-10