Flesh, You're Not The Boss Of Me
This Sunday Pastor Ron focused on overcoming the struggles of the flesh and living a life empowered by the Spirit. He emphasized that, regardless of past struggles or how one arrived at their current state, it's possible to live a victorious life in Christ.
This service marked the beginning of a Daniel fast, encouraging participants to rely on God's strength during this period. The fast represents a spiritual journey, aiming to grow closer to God by resisting the temptations of the flesh.
Key scriptures from Romans 8:3-4 and Genesis 1:26-27 were explored, highlighting that while the law was powerless due to human weakness, Jesus Christ overcame sin in the flesh, enabling believers to live righteously.
Pastor Ron also discussed the human struggle with sin, referencing Adam and Eve's fall in Genesis 3 and the pervasive wickedness in Genesis 6:5. He stressed that Jesus, having become flesh, demonstrated victory over sin, providing a model for believers to overcome their own struggles.
The sermon concluded with a call to resist the 'bully' of the flesh, reminding congregants that through Christ's strength, they can overcome temptations and grow spiritually, financially, relationally, and personally throughout the year.