Romans 8:14 - SPIRIT LED LIVING.
Romans 8:14 (NLT) For all who are led by the
Spirit of God are children of God.
INTRODUCTION
Being led by the Spirit is virtually
synonymous with walking according to the Spirit.
Walking highlights the active participation and
effort of the believer. Being led underscores
the passive side, the submissive dependence of
the believer on the Spirit. [Nelson SB]
COMMENTARY PEARL
Whenever anyone asks me how I can be so
certain about who and what God really is, I am
reminded of the story of the little boy who was out
flying a kite. The kite went up and up until it was
entirely hidden by the clouds.
What are you doing? a man asked the
little boy.
Im flying a kite, he replied.
Flying a kite, are you? the man
said. How can you be sure? You cant see your
kite.
No, said the boy, I cant see
it, but every little while I feel a tug, so I
know for sure that its there!
Dont take anyone elses word for
God. Find Him for yourself, and then you, too,
will know by the wonderful, warm tug on your
heartstrings that He is there for sure.
You have to receive God by faith in Jesus
Christ. When that happens, there isnt any room
for doubt. You dont have to question whether
or not God is in your heart; you can know it.
Do you know the Lord in your heart as
well as in your mind? [Peace for Each Day by
Billy Graham]
COMMENTARY
Christ places the salvation of man, not
upon profession merely, but upon faith that is
made manifest in works of righteousness. Doing,
not saying merely, is expected of the followers
of Christ. It is through action that character
is built. "As many as are led by the Spirit of
God, they are the sons of God." Romans 8:14. Not
those whose hearts are touched by the Spirit, not
those who now and then yield to its power, but
they that are led by the Spirit, are the sons of
God
Set your heart to obey what you do know
of the word of God. His power, His very life,
dwells in His word. As you receive the word in
faith, it will give you power to obey. As you give
heed to the light you have, greater light will
come. You are building on God's word, and your
character will be builded after the similitude of the
character of Christ. {MB 149-150}
While engaged in our daily work, we
should lift the soul to heaven in prayer. These
silent petitions rise like incense before the
throne of grace; and the enemy is baffled. The
Christian whose heart is thus stayed upon God cannot
be overcome. No evil arts can destroy his
peace. All the promises of God's word, all the
power of divine grace, all the resources of
Jehovah, are pledged to secure his deliverance. It
was thus that Enoch walked with God. And God was
with him, a present help in every time of need
Prayer is the breath of the soul. It is
the secret of spiritual power. No other means of
grace can be substituted, and the health of the
soul be preserved. Prayer brings the heart into
immediate contact with the Well-spring of life, and
strengthens the sinew and muscle of the religious
experience. Neglect the exercise of prayer, or engage in
prayer spasmodically, now and then, as seems
convenient, and you lose your hold on God. The spiritual
faculties lose their vitality, the religious
experience lacks health and vigor. It is only at the
altar of God that we can kindle our tapers with
divine fire. {GW 254}
LINKS FOR FURTHER STUDY
Romans 8:14 - SPIRIT LED LIVING.
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2022/20220516-1044.html
Galatians 5:16 - Living by the Spirit.
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2022/20220422-0854.html
Romans 8:12-14 - Living for Christ Defeats
the Sinful Nature!
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2007/20070208-1054.html
LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT
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