Faith Working Through Love: Walk by the Spirit

Sunday we began to consider what Paul means by “walk by the Spirit.” Paul says that the Spirit is transforming us into the glory of Christ (2 Cor. 3:18). He does this in part by leading us to repentance. He gently exposes the desires of our flesh, desires that manifest themselves in the works of the flesh (Gal. 5:19-21). In kindness, he leads us until by grace, we turn from our desires.

But that’s not all, Paul says the Spirit desires. Paul is careful here in the grammar not to say that the Spirit has “lusts” but he indicates, as the ESV translates, that the Spirit has desires. The Spirit of God delights in all that is good and glorious. The Spirit delights in God. Christ has sent His Spirit so that you would know the love of God for the Son. He is sent to guide you into truth. He is sent to lead you into a knowledge of God and faith in the goodness of God.

The Spirit reveals Christ to us and our affection, trust, and hope in Him grows, crowding out the desires of our flesh. So come Sunday and consider with me the work of the Spirit to bear the fruit of grace in our lives.