Title: The Struggle Between Spirit and Flesh.

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Scripture focus:
 .... the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Matthew 26:41b KJV.

Often, the heart desires to do what is noble and right, yet the body resists. Jesus Himself warned, “The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41). Many times, we resolve in our hearts to follow Christ, but temptation and distraction pull us away.
  For example, someone may hear the gospel and decide to surrender to Christ. Yet before they can pray, sin presents itself—lust, pride, or worldly pleasure—and the moment passes. Paul described this inner conflict clearly: “For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing” (Romans 7:19).
The Battle of the Flesh: When I served as chapter president of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship, I saw this struggle firsthand. Friends would attend outreach meetings, joyfully accept Christ, and even commit to fellowship. But after a few visits, they drifted away. Why? Because the desires of the flesh—alcohol, fornication, and other lusts—pulled them back. Scripture warns us: “For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh” (Galatians 5:17).
  One of them, trapped in drunkenness, tragically lost his life in an accident. The Bible says plainly: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:23).

The Urgency of Salvation: Are you willing to give your life to Christ, but your flesh says “no”? Remember, tomorrow is not promised. Paul declared: “Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2). Do not delay, for “you do not know what tomorrow will bring” (James 4:14).
  Jesus calls us to deny ourselves and follow Him: “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me” (Luke 9:23). Victory over the flesh is possible only through the Spirit: “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh” (Galatians 5:16).

Reflection: Think about your own struggles with the flesh. Have you postponed surrendering to Christ because of worldly desires? Today is the day to take the right step. Share your testimony, encourage others, and spread this devotion so that many may hear the call of salvation.
©Dr Joel Olanrewaju, gbemide09@gmail.com.

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