Did you know that there is an invisible war going on? There’s a battle inside us every day— Let’s speak on this invisible war.
Because your fight has not been with flesh and blood, but with Principalities and The Rulers and The Powers of this dark world and with wicked spirits which are under Heaven.* Because of this, put on all the armor of God that you shall be able to confront The Evil One, and when you are ready in all things, you shall stand. – Ephesians 6:12-13 (ARA)
When it says “Because your fight has not been with flesh and blood, but with Principalities and The Rulers and The Powers of this dark world”… That tells us right here there is more going on in this world than we could see.
In the bible Flesh is frequently used as a metaphor for fallen human nature, worldly perspectives, or self-reliant living, rather than merely referring to the physical body. – google
Principalities in the Bible (often “principalities and powers”) refer to high-ranking spiritual beings or authorities, typically interpreted as demonic forces under Satan’s control, operating in the unseen realm. These entities oppose God’s purpose and influence nations or human affairs, though they are ultimately subject to Christ’s authority. – google
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality,… -Galatians 5:19-21 (NIV)
What is sexual immorality?
Sexual immorality in the Bible refers to any sexual activity occurring outside a covenant marriage between one man and one woman. Often translated from the Greek word porneia, it represents a “surrendering of sexual purity”. It acts as a blanket term for violations of sexual purity, including premarital sex, adultery, pornography, and other acts contrary to biblical design.
Several Examples of Sexual Immorality found in Scripture along with brief explanations & supporting verses for reflection and study.
Adultery is when a married person breaks their promise of loyalty by having a romantic or physical relationship with someone who is not their husband or wife
Exodus 20:14 (NIV) — “You shall not commit adultery.
Fornication (Premarital Sex)
Fornication refers to having sexual intercourse when you are not married to the person.
1 Corinthians 6:18 (KJV) — Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body.
Exodus 22:19 NKJV — Whoever lies with an animal shall surely be put to death.
Incest: Forbidden in Leviticus 18.
Leviticus 18:22 (GNT) — No man is to have sexual relations with another man; God hates that.
Prostitution/Commercial Sex Work:
1 Corinthians 6:15-16 — 15Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ himself? Shall I then take the members of Christ and unite them with a prostitute? Never! 16Do you not know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.”
Lust/Pornography:
-Matthew 5:28 (NLT) — But I say, anyone who even looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart.
Now that we understand what sexual immorality means, let’s go back to the Scripture.
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality,impurity and debauchery;…
What does debauchery mean?
Debauchery refers to excessive, unrestrained indulgence in sensual pleasures, typically involving heavy alcohol consumption, promiscuous sex, or drug use. It implies immoral or decadent behavior, often acting as a wild, uncontrolled spree.
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality,impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions,…
Dissensions means disagreement that causes the people in a group to argue about something that is important to them.
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God. -Galatians 5:19-21 (NIV)
Don’t be carnal minded! What makes a person carnal minded ?
The carnal mind is not subject to the law of God. The carnal mind is not subject to the law of faith. Carnal minds always gives you reasoning and motives how it can benefit yourself. (Looking for a reward) Don’t trust the carnal mind. (Sel-fish)
How do you know when you are being carnal minded? When you lean to your carnal thoughts it leads to fear. God doesn’t give fear. Wrestling with the flesh is no joke. It’s being on Satan’s side.
“The flesh is the desire to please yourself as opposed to pleasing God. We all battle with the flesh. Walk in the Spirit and you will not fulfill the desire. Please don’t misread that. He didn’t say you won’t have the desire. Because, the flesh wants what it wants. So you will have the desire but the spirit will override it. Don’t read the verse in reverse. Don’t read to get rid of the desire of the flesh walk in the spirit. That’s backwards. Walk in the spirit and it will overrule the desire of the flesh. It will overrule it. The capacity to do what you need to do or what God wants done will be activated in your experience as you walk in the Spirit” -Pastor Tony Evans
“Take a moment today to examine your heart. Ask yourself what you’re still holding onto. Instead, give it to Jesus. Pray honestly, surrender fully, and choose to place your trust, your life, and your eternity in His hands. Ask Him to forgive your sins. He is a forgiving God. Tomorrow isn’t promise
To anyone. Do it —right now—” God Bless Stay Original !
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