“Make no provision for the flesh.” ROMANS 13:14 (NAS – NEW AMERICAN STANDARD) THRIVING IN THE COMBAT ZONE The attack from the flesh (the part of your nature that is devoted only to self-centered desire). Your most vulnerable point is your “flesh,” which drives you to do your own thing. Its motto is “It’s all about me!” From start to finish it “looks out for number one,” always wanting to be “first in line.” That’s the genetic makeup of our flesh. And it can’t be saved, sanctified, or spiritualized because “that which is born of the flesh is flesh” (Jn 3:6 NKJV) and nothing else. “The Spirit and your desires are enemies of each other. They are always fighting each other and keeping you from doing what you feel you should” (Gal 5:17 CEV). So how do you control your “flesh”? (1) Make a choice. “Choose today whom you will serve” (Jos 24:15 GWT). During the American Civil War thousands of Yankee and Confederate soldiers were killed by “friendly fire.” Why? Because they lacked uniforms that identified the side to which they belonged. Be clear about which side you’re on, and let those around you know it. (2) Cut the supply lines to the flesh. In war time generals devote a lot of attention to blowing up bridges, highways, and railroads to deprive the enemy of the vital supplies they need to win. Your flesh can’t control you if you cut off its supply line. “Don’t let yourself think about ways to indulge your evil desires“ (Ro 13:14 NLT). (3) Maintain regular communication with base command. Even well-trained soldiers with the finest equipment and best officers can’t win when they’re cut off from base command. So stay in touch: “Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion” (Eph 6:18 NLT). This devotionals has been brought to you by TCT ministries
Posted on: Fri, 19 Dec 2014 18:59:26 +0000
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