Why the Flesh and Spirit Are Always at War You made it to the end of Week 1. In Post 1 we looked at what the flesh actually is —…
What Is the Flesh in the Bible? If you've spent any time reading the New Testament, especially the letters of Paul, you've probably run into the word flesh used in…
God’s Everlasting Love: Nothing Can Separate Us What Then Shall We Say? Romans 8:31 begins with a bold rhetorical question: “What shall we say about such wonderful things as these?”…
God’s Purpose and Providence: Trusting the Journey All Things for Good—But Not Always Easy Romans 8:28 (NLT) says, “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the…
The Spirit’s Intercession: Praying When Words Fail The Spirit Helps in Our Weakness There are moments when prayer feels impossible. The pain is too great. The confusion is too thick.…
Suffering and Glory: Holding On to Hope in the In-Between Present Sufferings Are Real Life isn’t always easy. Pain, disappointment, and grief come at us from every direction. Paul doesn’t…
The Spirit of Adoption: You Are God’s Child Romans 8:14–17 (NLT) “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. So you have not received…
Putting Sin to Death: The Power of Spirit-Empowered Repentance Romans 8:12–13 We Have a Choice to Make “So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according…
The Spirit Within: Mark of Belonging Romans 8:9–11 (NLT) “But you are not controlled by your sinful nature. You are controlled by the Spirit if you have the Spirit of…
Mindset Matters: Flesh vs. Spirit Romans 8:5–8 (NLT) Life in the Spirit – Part 2 Introduction: Why Mindset is Everything Romans 8 begins with a powerful declaration: “There is no…
No Condemnation: The Foundation of Freedom Romans 8:1–4 (NLT) Introduction to the Series Romans 8 is one of the richest chapters in all of Scripture. It’s a chapter brimming with…
Grace to You: Embracing the Gift of God’s Favor A Closing That Opens the Heart Grace to you, as Paul concludes his letter to the Philippians, he doesn’t end with…
Generosity and God’s Provision: You Can’t Outgive God Sharing in the Work of the Gospel “Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty.” —…
Contentment in All Circumstances: Understanding Philippians 4:10–13 Philippians 4 has been one of the most impactful chapters in my life. In verses 6 through 9, Paul talks about surrendering our…
Think on These Things: Living Philippians 4:8–9 Daily Philippians 4:8–9 isn’t just my favorite passage in the Bible—it transformed my life. Growing up, my mother was a deeply negative person.…
Winning the War on Anxiety: Living Philippians 4:6–7 “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then…
The Power of a Gentle Spirit: Reflecting Christ in a Harsh World “Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.” —…
Rejoice Always: Finding Joy Beyond the Muck of Life Key Verse: “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!” — Philippians 4:4, NLT Rejoicing Isn’t About…
Unity That Strengthens: Resolving Conflict with Grace There’s something uncomfortable about reading other people’s mail, and that’s exactly what Philippians 4:2–3 feels like. Two women—Euodia and Syntyche—are called out by…
Standing Firm in the Lord: Holding Ground When Life Falls Apart Philippians 4:1 (NLT) “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stay true to the Lord. I love you and long…
