Walking in the Spirit
Today, each of us gets a new chance to walk in the newness and freshness of being a new creation in Christ Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:17). Truly, we are given multiple opportunities every day to return to our walk in this relationship with God through the Spirit. Walking in the Spirit is a continuous, daily lifestyle defined by living under the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit rather than the passions and desires of “the flesh” (Galatians 5:16).
By identifying with the baptism into His death and the resurrection of Jesus, we are encouraged to walk in the newness of life as a new creation, fully disconnected from the life of sin and death (Romans 6:4). This is not a one-time event, but an ongoing decision to let the Spirit and the Word of God direct one's life—much like a GPS provides constantly updated directions during a journey.
The flesh is a carnal mindset that leads to self-centeredness and conflicts, while the Spirit produces life that bears fruit. According to the scriptures, those who are led by the Spirit are not under the condemnation of the law but are governed by the "Law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus" (Romans 8:1-2). This shift in mindset is crucial: While a carnal mind leads to spiritual death and enmity with God, a spiritually focused mind brings life and peace (Romans 8:6-7).
The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now dwells within the believer, providing the "quickening" power needed to overcome the limitations of the mortal body (Romans 8:11). The Spirit’s presence in our lives, serves as a reminder to us and of our identity as a child of God, empowering us to live out our new identity through faith (Romans 8:16).
Ultimately, the practice of walking in the Spirit involves a daily commitment to setting one's mind on spiritual things, especially when faced with temptations, trials, or decisions. It requires us to rely on the Word of God for strength, and to engage in prayer as a way of maintaining our connection with the Father.
By "crucifying" the desires of the flesh and refusing to be entangled again in the bondage of legalism or sin (Galatians 5:1, 24), the believer allows Christ to live through them. This life is lived by faith in the Son of God, standing fast in the freedom and grace that Christ has provided (Galatians 2:20).
By identifying with the baptism into His death and the resurrection of Jesus, we are encouraged to walk in the newness of life as a new creation, fully disconnected from the life of sin and death (Romans 6:4). This is not a one-time event, but an ongoing decision to let the Spirit and the Word of God direct one's life—much like a GPS provides constantly updated directions during a journey.
The flesh is a carnal mindset that leads to self-centeredness and conflicts, while the Spirit produces life that bears fruit. According to the scriptures, those who are led by the Spirit are not under the condemnation of the law but are governed by the "Law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus" (Romans 8:1-2). This shift in mindset is crucial: While a carnal mind leads to spiritual death and enmity with God, a spiritually focused mind brings life and peace (Romans 8:6-7).
The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now dwells within the believer, providing the "quickening" power needed to overcome the limitations of the mortal body (Romans 8:11). The Spirit’s presence in our lives, serves as a reminder to us and of our identity as a child of God, empowering us to live out our new identity through faith (Romans 8:16).
Ultimately, the practice of walking in the Spirit involves a daily commitment to setting one's mind on spiritual things, especially when faced with temptations, trials, or decisions. It requires us to rely on the Word of God for strength, and to engage in prayer as a way of maintaining our connection with the Father.
By "crucifying" the desires of the flesh and refusing to be entangled again in the bondage of legalism or sin (Galatians 5:1, 24), the believer allows Christ to live through them. This life is lived by faith in the Son of God, standing fast in the freedom and grace that Christ has provided (Galatians 2:20).
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