Walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God," says Ephesians 5:2. The essence of God's love is sacrifice. The cross for Jesus was not a joyous walk. The cross can be carried only because of Love. Jesus carried the cross so that he could save us. As much as we love Jesus, we will carry the cross.
The whole journey of the cross is killing the self and doing God's will until there is no more self but Christ. The Bible always says cutting the flesh is a symbol of cutting the sinful desires or habits. How can we cut a habit? By submitting to God and exercising better habits, submitting our body, spirit, and soul to the still voice of the Holy Spirit.We as Christians have no need to literally carry the cross again like Jesus did. We ought to live for the glory of God. Kill your struggle and walk freely with God.
Are we struggling with addictions, anger issues, or eating with no control? Make a commitment to God to keep Him as God and get rid of anything that controls you. May we train ourselves in godly habits. Sitting with the Bible for a long time and listening or talking to God cannot happen in a day. Let us exercise such habits.
It is good to concentrate on our soul while also having control over our body and its desires. Cutting out non-vegetarian food during Lent, if it is controlling your eating habits, can be a great way for you to control yourself. If your mobile device occupies a prime place in your life, commit your eyes to God and make an effort to keep it at bay. We should balance both physically and spiritually to grow closer to seeing God clearly.
Dear God, we make a commitment today to grow in godly habits and shun everything that is taking Your place in our lives. Take control of our will, Lord. May we become like Jesus as we learn about the love that You have shown for us on the cross. Help us to overcome our physical selves and their desires and be victorious. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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