God has given us a way of escape from the battles of the flesh. Our flesh will fight against our spirit. This is part of the spiritual warfare we have to fight here on Earth. Our spirit was redeemed through the born-again experience. However, our soul and our body continue to want to go their own way. This is the struggle we will experience. However, God has made a way of escape to reign and rule in our spirit over our flesh. This revelation will cause you to yearn more to walk in the Holy Spirit and in power to overcome the desires of your flesh.
Flesh
Fleshly desires are normal tendencies of the flesh centered on I, myself, and me. It cannot see beyond the needs of the self. This world operates on this principle of getting the best for ourselves, never mind how we achieve it. This motivates most individuals, families, and corporate life. The pursuit of fame and fortune leads many to self-destruct when things go wrong. No wonder we see the rise of suicide today. Suicide is an escape from the torment of the soul. It is the ultimate way out for some who can’t stand the pressures of the fallen self.
Solution
God through His Holy Spirit has provided us with the solution. His Holy Spirit within us enables us to distance ourselves from our flesh and overcome its deadly desires. Many have been healed of addictions and controlling behaviors by submitting to the Holy Spirit. He is our Counsellor and Friend. He will lead us out of our dilemma and bring us to a place of rest. We will experience deliverance from the land of Egypt to the land of Canaan. One is a description of our old life and the other the new. Let us leave all and follow Jesus and be set free.
