A battlefield is a place of combat and intense conflict between opposite sides. In the end, one will certainly defeat the other.
Besides all the battles we will fight in life, and all of the ones we try to avoid, there is one that is impossible to avoid: “The Inner Battle” between the Spirit and our sinful nature, known as the “flesh.”
While your spirit desires to approach God and live a righteous life. On the other hand, your flesh naturally desires what is contrary to the Spirit. That’s why you are often tempted to do things that you know are wrong. Things such as sexual immorality, addictions, grudges, anger, greed, violence, jealousy and the list goes on. But you’re not alone on this battlefield. God is near and ready to help you.
There is only one way to overcome in the battle between the Spirit and the flesh:
“…Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.” Galatians 5:16
Be wise, and do not rely on your own strength to overcome temptations.
Follow the Holy Spirit’s guidance; then you will have the strength to resist the desires of your flesh.
May the God of the Bible bless you,
Bishop Joshua Fonseca
