Those Who Are In The Realm Of The Flesh Cannot Please God

Since we live in this world, we are sometimes governed by standards and desires that will only satisfy our flesh. We seek temporary riches instead of focusing on Heavenly things. When the flesh governs our mind, it means that the worries and desires of this world occupy it.

It’s okay to dream of a better life, like achieving your financial goals, traveling somewhere, or buying the things that you want. In a way, God also wants us to prosper. But these desires will lead us to death if we don’t put God first.

If we simply do things on our own and ignore the Holy Spirit, then we will be devastated along the way. We will unknowingly do things no longer aligned with God just to get what we want. Our flesh may appear happy, but our souls are dying on the inside.

This is an important reminder for all of us. It leads us back to the things that matter most in the end.

Let’s keep in mind that the Spirit is the One who can give us life and peace. Without God in our lives, something inside will always be missing.

Lastly, the verse also highlights that those who live in the realm of the flesh cannot please God. If we treat Him as our King and our Lord, then we ought to please and glorify Him. But we can never do this if we are still occupied with what our flesh desires. It is the Spirit who will teach us how to please Him.

Prayer: Father God, thank you for reminding me to abide in the Holy Spirit. Thank you for sending us the great helper. Thank you for giving us the chance to be better versions of ourselves. We pray that you will give us hearts willing to follow your ways. Remind us, Lord, to focus on building your Kingdom. We ask for your guidance and presence so that we may choose to honor and please you in the end. This we ask, and pray, in Jesus’ name, amen.