Ephesians 4:19 ” Having lost all sensitivity, they have given themselves over to sensuality so as to indulge in every kind of impurity, with a continual lust for more.

Paul makes it very clear in Galatians 5:16, “Live by the Spirit and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature.” But short-term pleasure is a tough temptation to easily avoid, and immediate gratification is almost built into our DNA. And so instead of cultivating a Christ-like character of self-denial, we become callous and give in to lasciviousness, covetousness, and greed. But if we allow the Holy Spirit to rule & reign as He dwells within us… He will empower us to turn our backs on all our sinful & corrupt human failings – relying on the Lord rather than giving in. And we’ll fully realize at that time that we no longer need to live in bondage.

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A Christian mother, grandmother, and retired nurse living in Illinois. Called into a ministry of encouraging others to find their ultimate plan and purpose in life through Christ. View all posts by kezha1