Learning To Live In The Spirit

You want to do what’s right. Most Christians do. But knowing how to walk that out isn’t always obvious. One moment you’re following your old instincts without even thinking, and the next you’re wondering why the Christian life feels harder than it should. If the Spirit is supposed to lead you, why does it feel so unclear at times? And how do you tell the difference between living in the flesh and actually walking in the Spirit?

In Romans 8:5–13, Paul shifts from declaring our freedom to showing us how to live in it. He explains the contrast between the flesh and the Spirit — two competing influences shaping the believer’s daily choices. The flesh pulls toward spiritually dead behaviors, while the Spirit forms new desires that reflect the life of Christ. Paul isn’t describing a momentary decision but a daily mindset: whatever you set your mind on will shape the direction of your life.

And that’s where so many believers get stuck. We think wanting to change should be enough — but desire alone can’t overcome old patterns. 

Today Pastor Jeff helps us recognize what the flesh looks like, what the Spirit produces, and why our daily choices matter more than we think. He explains that the struggle doesn’t mean you’re failing — it simply reveals which nature you’ve been strengthening. Real freedom grows when you begin feeding your spirit instead of your flesh.