Teaching
The Works Of The Flesh
The works of the flesh must be recognized and rejected as believers learn to walk according to the Spirit.
Scripture
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.
Truth
Believers must recognize and reject the works of the flesh so that they may walk according to the Spirit.
Insight
- Scripture identifies the works of the flesh and calls believers to recognize them rather than excuse them.
- Hatred, jealousy, wrath, strife, envy, and other sinful attitudes are serious matters before God.
- Sinful behavior cannot be overcome by merely addressing outward circumstances; the heart must be changed.
- Walking in the Spirit requires turning away from the works of the flesh.
- God's Word exposes sinful attitudes so believers can repent and walk in a different way.
Application
- Examine your attitudes and conduct against the standard of God's Word.
- Repent when the works of the flesh are revealed in your life.
- Choose to walk according to the Spirit rather than giving place to sinful desires.
- Replace hatred, envy, strife, and wrath with the character produced by the Spirit.
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