The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast GAL194 - What is Life By the Spirit and How Do I Do That? Or Am I Asking the Wrong Question?
May 22, 2025
Join Jeff Foote, a thoughtful mind working through Galatians 5, as he explores what it means to truly live by the Spirit. He shares insights on the transformative power of connecting with the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the difference between divine action and mere human effort. The conversation reveals the delicate balance of faith, obedience, and grace, illustrated through biblical figures like Moses and Joshua. Jeff also dives into the struggles of free will, discussing how the Spirit helps us navigate the temptation of sin.
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Living by the Spirit, Not Effort
- The Christian life is about living in connection with the Spirit, not relying on human effort to keep God happy.
- The Holy Spirit transforms internally, enabling obedience and bearing fruit through us, not by our own strength.
Trust Spirit Over Control
- Life by the Spirit feels out of control because it happens apart from human effort but involves setting your mind on spiritual truths.
- Trusting the Spirit rather than trying to control through rules is key to walking by the Spirit.
Jericho March Example
- Marching around Jericho as commanded illustrates walking in obedience while God does the work.
- Their obedience enabled God's powerful work, showing the interplay of human action and divine power.