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Galatians 5:16 says: ‘Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.’
Most sermons treat this as a disposition, an attitude, or simply a general orientation toward God. But the verse is operational. It assumes a conflict is already happening. It means that two kingdoms are already competing for the same person.
Key Takeaways
- Galatians 5:16 emphasizes actively choosing to walk in the Spirit amid a conflict between flesh and spirit.
- The ‘flesh’ represents a spiritual entity influenced by Satan, not just the physical body.
- Walking in the Spirit requires faith, personal scripture engagement, spiritual fruit production, and endurance in truth.
- Success in walking in the Spirit reveals spiritual maturity, which requires continuous obedience, not a one-time event.
- Believers should reflect on their walk in the Spirit and consider the truth of their faith, as outlined in the article.
