Devotion 3: Crucifying the Flesh
Scripture: Galatians 5:24 – “And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”
Reflection:
Believers have been set free from the dominion of sin through Christ’s death and resurrection. Galatians 5:24 declares that those who belong to Jesus have “crucified the flesh.” This means we’ve made a decisive break with our old, sinful ways—not through our own power, but through the Spirit’s work in us. Yet, the battle against the flesh continues daily. Walking by the Spirit requires us to actively reject sinful desires and choose obedience to God, trusting His strength to sustain us.
Application:
Take a moment to confess any sinful habits or desires that have been pulling you away from God. Confess these sins. Thank God that He has freed you from the dominion of sin through the finished work of Christ. And ask the Holy Spirit to replace those desires with a passion for Christ and His righteousness.
Prayer:
Lord, I belong to You because of what Christ has done for me. Help me to crucify my fleshly desires and live by Your Spirit. Give me strength to choose Your way over my own. Amen.