Battleground: The Flesh

What a powerful Sunday yesterday! Isn't it awesome to see God at work in our church? I was overwhelmed with the cardboard testimonies and the power of God at work within people. Thank you to everyone who willingly chose to share their thorns yesterday and to all those who were actively involved in the service.

In James chapter 1 we read that we are tempted when by our own sinful desires, we are led away and enticed to sin. Sometimes we blame God or the devil but the real enemy is our own self. The battle against the flesh is often unseen but one of the most intense battlegrounds we struggle to win on. Yesterday I shared that we can experience victory in the battle against the flesh through...

1. Salvation in Christ Jesus
• John 12:23-26
2. Dying to Self
• John 3:22-30
3. The Power of Holy Spirit Living
• Romans 6:8-14
• Titus 2:11-12
4. Relying on God in Adversity (hardship, problems, difficulty, misfortune)
• 2 Corinthians 12:7-12

Let us have hope during this battle that Christ has already won the battle over sin. Remember that, "the Spirit helps us in our weakness" (Romans 8:26) and that "He who began a good work in you, will carry it on to completion." (Philippians 1:6) You CAN be the victor and not a victim. I wonder how many others have a cardboard testimony. If you would like to share what battle God is bringing you through feel free to do so at the welcome center or post something right here on the blog.

I'm starting 5 days of spiritual renewal today. I'll be spending much time in prayer, reading and getting some rest from ministry. I look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday.

Blessings,

Pastor Jeremy