SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY: Romans 8:1-6
1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. 3 For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh: 4 That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. 5 For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.
MORE LESSON: John 16:13, Galatians 5:16
13 Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.
Galatians 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.
Monday, 8 September
Memory Verse: And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit. Ephesians 5:18
Daily contentions exist between the flesh's desires and the Spirit's leading in believers' lives. This conflict is real and constant. However, our victory comes not by will-power but by walking in the Spirit. To walk in the Spirit means to live in step with God's direction through the Holy Spirit. This is the path to a victorious and impactful life. Walking in the Spirit begins with an intentional decision each day, to submit your thoughts, actions and decisions to God's control. The Holy Spirit is not a force to be commanded but a Person to be followed. He leads us into all truth (John 16:13) and reminds us of God’s Word when we face life’s challenges.
Apostle Paul contrasts the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5. The works of the flesh, such as anger, envy, impurity and strife, come naturally to the unredeemed heart: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. These are the result of walking closely with the Spirit. Human effort cannot manufacture these fruits; they are cultivated by abiding in Christ and yielding to the Spirit’s influence. Paul’s instruction in Galatians 5:16 is not just a suggestion—it’s a spiritual key: Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. The flesh always wants to dominate our choices, leading to sin and spiritual coldness, but when we choose to be led by the Spirit, we walk in righteousness, peace and joy.
Walking in the Spirit also means resisting distractions and temptations that can quench our fire. It involves filling your heart with God’s Word, spending time in prayer and staying sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s prompting. He might urge you to reach out to someone, turn away from a sinful situation or simply be still and listen. These promptings are part of the daily walk.
Romans 8:5-6 highlights that the danger of being carnally minded is that it leads to death, while being spiritually minded leads to life and peace. This is why we must constantly check our motives, thoughts and desires. Are they Spirit driven or flesh-driven? A Spirit-led life is a life of freedom and victory. It keeps your fire burning bright and your heart in tune with God. Walking in the Spirit is not reserved for "super Christians"; it is the daily call of every believer. Choose to walk in the Spirit; let Him fill and guide your steps, shape your character, and lead you into the fullness of God’s will. When you walk in the Spirit, your life becomes a light in a dark world.
Prayer/Action
* Thank God for showing you a superior and excellent way to live victoriously.
* Commit your ways to the Lord and ask the Holy Ghost to help you walk in and yield to the Spirit.
* Pray in the Holy Ghost for at least 10 minutes as you receive grace to resist temptations.
TODAY’S PROPHETIC PRAYER: This September, I shall soar higher, I shall not come down, says the Lord of hosts, in the name of Jesus.
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