5 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. 6 Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.[b] 7 You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8 But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9 Do not lie to each other,
Do you ever feel like you are trying to put something to bed.........but, it keeps getting back up?
When I read these type of verses, I completely agree with the premise. But, I find it hard to do in practice. These things keep creeping back in.
I guess the morale here is to never give up trying, and keep your eye on the prize.
I agree, that is part of the value of this daily journey. It keeps God's direction for me right in front of my face never letting me getting to far off course with my thoughts and actions.
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