It is the believer’s choice to walk after the flesh or to live in their true identity in Christ! While "followers" must use self-effort, the indwelt choose to release Jesus.
Agree. If I have to crawl across the finish line of Glory on my hands and knees and even if I help only one person to come up out of the brokenhearted state of Isaiah 61:1, I will have considered my life a success. I hold fast to God and His Son, as that is all I can do. I tried the rebel's road, I tried the bohemian road, I tried the profligate and dissolute road and all of it led to more sorrow. I am spending the rest of my life in repentance and praying to help others consider the consequences. Fortunately, Papa God and His Son are merciful and do not expect perfection. They listen to my repentances, They forgive my broken heart and contrite spirit, They offer help and comfort on a day by day basis and as Papa often tells me, "I never lose".
"Changes need to take place in the mind and then in the choosing. Then, they will affect the body."
To understand this is life-changing. That is why I write about it so often.
To that Cork, a big Amen!
Agree. If I have to crawl across the finish line of Glory on my hands and knees and even if I help only one person to come up out of the brokenhearted state of Isaiah 61:1, I will have considered my life a success. I hold fast to God and His Son, as that is all I can do. I tried the rebel's road, I tried the bohemian road, I tried the profligate and dissolute road and all of it led to more sorrow. I am spending the rest of my life in repentance and praying to help others consider the consequences. Fortunately, Papa God and His Son are merciful and do not expect perfection. They listen to my repentances, They forgive my broken heart and contrite spirit, They offer help and comfort on a day by day basis and as Papa often tells me, "I never lose".
Wendy, this is a powerful statement of your journey in Christ Jesus. Well said.
A huge AMEN here brother Stephen! Your way with words captured the love I know He has for me...and I for Him!! 💖
Bless you, Matt. Your love for Jesus is an inspiration to me. You are a dear friend, co-laborer and student. I love you, brother.