Our identity is found in Jesus. Our ability is found in Jesus. Our wisdom is found in Jesus. Our power is found in Jesus. Our beginnings are found in Jesus. Did you know our “can” kills our “able," just like Cain who killed Abel? Abel knew his righteousness was from God through faith: Heb 11:4 … Continue reading Did can kill able?
Flesh and Spirit: part 4
Flesh and Spirit will always be with us. If you haven't been following check out the first Flesh and Spirit post here. I've spent some time contrasting the two but the reality is both are a part of us. It isn't a war, it is a reality. We have our flesh that is learning a … Continue reading Flesh and Spirit: part 4
Flesh and Spirit: part 3
Rom 8:6 For the wisdom of the flesh is death; but the wisdom of the spirit is life and peace. (Douay-Rheims Bible) Col 3:2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth (ESV) I have to be honest and say this series about flesh and spirit is a challenge … Continue reading Flesh and Spirit: part 3
Flesh and Spirit: part 2
Rom 7:18 For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. (ESV) My flesh is weak. My spirit is strong. My flesh believes a lie that "God is against me." My flesh is … Continue reading Flesh and Spirit: part 2
Flesh and Spirit: part 1
Flesh and Spirit. When you see those words together do you have a reaction? Religion uses these terms to manipulate and terrorize people into obedient submission. Pastors use the "you better not be living in the flesh" threat to keep people behaving (at least on the outside). In this journey of "gifts" (check out this post) … Continue reading Flesh and Spirit: part 1
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