OUR FLESH IS STRONGER THAN OUR SPIRIT

Galatians 5:19-21 Now, the deeds of the flesh are evident; which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you.  Just as I have warned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God

We have been serving the flesh longer than we have been serving the Spirit, and the devil does not want to lose us.  So he will fight to keep us desiring things of the world.  We must study daily to keep our flesh at rest; praying and attending church is not enough; we must study the Word to mature into the men and women God created.  Studying the Word is the only way to crucify the flesh and its passions and desires.

We love You, Lord, and we thank you for all you do. Father, since our flesh naturally puts itself first, we ask for forgiveness, understanding, and wisdom of You.  Father, help us develop fruit so we will honor You like Christ honors You. Father, allow us to pray without ceasing study Your Word daily, and witness to the world about Your goodness. Lord, nothing is done in the flesh can honor or please You; Lord, strengthen our faith so our spirits will override our flesh as we honor You.   Lord, You programmed us with Your moral code before we were born.  Father, let the Holy Spirit use this moral code to reprogram and renew our hearts and minds. So we may evaluate every opportunity, taught, invitation, Word, and deed in Your will, and not ours.  Thank, You for opening Your Kingdom to Your unworthy servants, and we ask You for forgiveness for not passing Your Word to the next generation and the next like we should. Father, teach us how to put You back into our children's lives; we pray to You in Jesus name

 Amen