Either to the Flesh or to the Spirit

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It's time to say, "Enough fantasies that aren't in line with the Scriptures or God's will.  It's only going to get me stuck in the muck and the mire! i'm being held back spiritually!  Abba Father, i know You see and hear all, so You know what i've been through and am going through!  i like it now that You are my audience because now i know You're here to help me, even when i'm put into an uncomfortable situation.  If You're still looking for combat zone fighters, help me become worthy of any battle which comes my way.  Help me to stay steadfast at my assigned post.  Guide me in fighting the good fight in faith until Satan's works and opportunities are demolished.


May i never take it upon myself of treating others in an ungodly matter, no matter how badly someone mistreats me. "...when you do good and suffer, if you take it patiently, this is commendable before God.  For to this you were called because Christ suffered for us, leaving us an example,  that you should follow His step. -[1 Peter 2; 20-21]

i've felt trapped, suffocated, and pinned against the wall.  The end of the road.  The verdict was in.  Death and depression was already in my soul.  i had been fending off satanic attacks from all sides.  Nowhere in the Bible does it say that obedience is easy.  i must yield daily to the Holy Spirit so that i might manifest his character in every situation.  i see either to the flesh or to the spirit.

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