Walk by the Spirit

Galatians 5:16

"So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh."

To please God, we must deny ungodly desires and choose to uphold His Word in our hearts. Walking in the fruit of the Spirit is a daily choice that requires intentionality. By staying connected to God through prayer, studying His Word, and surrounding ourselves with godly influences, we strengthen our spirit and resist the pull of the flesh.

We must continually practice restraint and self-control, especially when tempted to "give someone a piece of our mind" or handle a situation in an ungodly way. Instead, we should respond with love, patience, and wisdom, seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance in all we do. Worship, gratitude, and speaking life over ourselves and others help us remain aligned with God’s will.

As believers, we are walking billboards for Christ. We must be mindful of what we display through our words and actions. While we will make mistakes, we should never persist in behaviors that gratify the flesh and starve our spirit. Instead, let us pursue righteousness, seeking daily renewal through God’s presence, and allowing His Spirit to lead us in every aspect of our lives.

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Think Positive

Philippians 4:8

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."

According to a study published by the National Science Foundation, the average person has between 12,000 and 60,000 thoughts each day. Of these, 80% are negative. This raises an important question: What are we thinking about? How much of our thought life is focused on things that are the complete opposite of God’s Word?

When we become aware of our thoughts, we can catch negative and intrusive ones by filtering them through the truth of Scripture. Thoughts come and go, but we should never allow what we see, hear, or experience to shape our thinking. Instead, when we focus on Jesus and all He has done for us, our minds will be filled with what is true, good, honest, pure, and praiseworthy.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your Word, which guides and renews our minds. Help us to fix our thoughts on what is true, noble, and praiseworthy. When negativity and doubt try to take hold, remind us of Your love and faithfulness. Fill our hearts with peace and gratitude, and may our minds be transformed by the power of Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Choosing the Better Part

Luke 10:41-42

“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”

We can all relate to Martha. Our minds are consumed with endless thoughts, and our to-do lists seem to grow by the minute. The demands of life can feel daunting and overwhelming. No matter how hard we try, there never seem to be enough hours in the day to get everything done. With so many daily tasks looming over us, we rise early and go to bed late, leaving us exhausted and struggling to spend quality time with the Lord.

In this passage, Martha was doing something honorable—preparing a meal for Jesus and His disciples. Yet, Mary recognized Jesus as the Bread of Life and positioned herself at His feet to be fed by His words. Jesus emphasizes in this scripture that only one thing is truly needed: prioritizing His presence.

We must intentionally choose and desire intimacy with the Lord. When we set aside what seems urgent and run into His presence, we will find that our worries and anxieties begin to fade. Being with the Lord is the better part.

Before you start your day, seek the Lord first. Don’t be distracted by the demands of your to-do list or the racing thoughts that try to pull you away. God will show you how to manage and balance your day. Let this week be the beginning of putting Him first.

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