“Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation—but it is not to the flesh, to live according to it. For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live.” Romans 8:12-13
On my walk today, the Holy Spirit spoke to me about passivity in the body of Christ. This is an attitude of accepting life without any active response or accountability. It is a lackluster approach to living and reflects apathy towards God’s precepts.
If you are a believer, you have an obligation to God. You are in debt to God for giving you the gift of eternal life.
Jesus purchased your salvation with His blood. He died so you can live free from the bondage of sin and experience the transfigured life.
If you choose to live by the flesh you are making a mockery of what Jesus accomplished on the Cross. This attitude leads to sin and eventual death. In reality, you are defying Jesus and will have to face the consequences of your actions.
The miracle of salvation is God lives in you and desires for you to live through Him. You do this by yielding to the Holy Spirit and following His leading.
The Holy Spirit crucifies the desires of the flesh and gives you the ability to live in oneness with Jesus.
It is of upmost importance to recognize the Holy Spirit is alive in you and to invite Him to have authority in every aspect of your life.
The Holy Spirit will become your mentor and guardian. He will transform you from a weak and impassive believer to a powerful disciple of Christ filled with His resurrected life!
Hal Hollister Ministry 