“And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit,” (Ephesians 5:18, ESV) As we dig deeper into the ministry of the Holy Spirit in leading us on the right path, we need to understand how this works and, more importantly our part in this. In the previousContinue reading “Avoid Incorrect Influencers”
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Crucifying the Flesh
“And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.” (Galatians 5:24, ESV) In a writing by A. W. Tozer, he gave this thought. I’ll paraphrase his sentiment like this. In every Christian’s heart there is a cross and a throne. The Christian must leave the throne and putContinue reading “Crucifying the Flesh”
Spiritual Diagnosis – Part 1
“Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” (Galatians 5:19–21, ESV) RecentlyContinue reading “Spiritual Diagnosis – Part 1”
Who Is Leading Your Life?
“But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law.” (Galatians 5:18, ESV) Leadership means a lot. In most cases it means everything. In my adult life, I have served in various leadership positions. I also have worked under many leaders. Some of the leaders I have served under and observedContinue reading “Who Is Leading Your Life?”
The Great Battlefield
“For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do.” (Galatians 5:17, ESV) Conflict has been a constant theme throughout history. We are now in the playoffContinue reading “The Great Battlefield”
Living in Freedom Having Victory
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” (Galatians 5:16, ESV) Once time I was teaching a seminary class on Systematic Theology. The particular lesson was on the theology of the Holy Spirit. I happened to site Galatians chapter 5 verse 16 in the class. IContinue reading “Living in Freedom Having Victory”
Freedom and The Power of Love
“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: ‘“‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’” (Galatians 5:13–15, ESV) In 1985, Huey Lewis and the News released a hit songContinue reading “Freedom and The Power of Love”
Making Impact
“I wish those who unsettle you would emasculate themselves!” (Galatians 5:12, ESV) Well, it is in the Bible so we need to discuss it. When I was in the army, we went on a field exercise in Bavaria. One of my jobs as the Battalion Maintenance Officer was to follow the convoy with my maintenanceContinue reading “Making Impact”
Recompense for the Agitator
“I have confidence in the Lord that you will take no other view, and the one who is troubling you will bear the penalty, whoever he is.” (Galatians 5:10, ESV) My first assignment in the United States Army was as a tank platoon leader. I took over the platoon and discovered that we were onlyContinue reading “Recompense for the Agitator”
Believer’s Response
“I have confidence in the Lord that you will take no other view, and the one who is troubling you will bear the penalty, whoever he is.” (Galatians 5:10, ESV) When I worked as a manager in the printing industry, I was responsible for the quality of the products produced. One critical area was ensuringContinue reading “Believer’s Response”
Renewing the Heart 