But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you. Hebrews 8:11

Sin. It’s real, it’s easy to fall prey to its temptations and for the Christian its even more real as the eyes of God’s children are open to its presence in their lives. The struggle is real when Christians try to follow in Godly obedience, the flesh is bent towards sin. Just because one is saved, doesn’t mean they don’t face temptations. They are more keenly aware of its power.

“For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live.” Romans 8:13  Jesus never intended for us to live the Christian life in our own strength. Rather, He gives us His life through His Spirit. Gods grace does not change the nature of our sin – it always leads to death. Instead, His grace enables us to rely on the power of His Spirit to put to death our sinful urges and desires.

As a child of God, the addictions and temptations are real. But our God is stronger than anything you face in life. And through His Holy Spirit, you too can put to death those sinful patterns and habits that bring division between you and God. Take up your battles with God today and find victory over them through the power of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior! God bless!