So then, brothers and sisters, we are under obligation, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh— for if you are living in accord with the flesh, you are going to die; but if by the Spirit you are putting to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons and daughters of God. For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons and daughters by which we cry out, “Abba! Father!”
Romans 14-15
All those who are led by the Spirit are considered children of God through adoption. Paul’s teachings emphasize the influence of two different spirits: the spirit of the flesh and the Spirit of grace. The spirit of the flesh operates horizontally, representing the old self, the unregenerate, and the one in bondage to sin. On the other hand, the Spirit of Grace operates vertically as the new self, the regenerated, the one who is born again into a new life through Jesus Christ. The new self has the incredible privilege of addressing God as Father, not in a silly or careless manner, but with deep respect and reverence.
God Bless, and Merry Christmas!
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