December 25, 2024

If we are to live in freedom, we need to break the bonds that tie us to the flesh. The Galatians had to get over the hurdle of being taught that circumcision was necessary for salvation; they had been taught wrong by those trying to make Christians adhere to the Law of Moses. In some cases, we were also taught things by those who thought they were teaching rightly but possibly misunderstood the scriptures. False teaching can happen in any church, so Paul had to write them a letter. I wonder how many churches would get a letter today. To overcome false teachings, pray constantly and search the scriptures daily. We are closing in on the end of the year when many people make resolutions; if you are not reading and praying daily, commit to God, and He will help you keep it if you ask him. Try it for three weeks to start; that’s how long it takes to make it a habit. Let nothing distract you from your time with God. I guarantee that you will reap spiritual benefits as well as physical benefits. 

Today, as we celebrate the birth of Christ, commit to making him the center of your life. When you do, he will fulfill all the desires of your heart; that’s the gift that no man can match. Merry Christmas.

For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. Galatians 6:8