V1-20 By the Spirit or the Flesh?
Walking Talking Bible Project
What are some results of walking by the Spirit? What are some results of walking by the flesh? What might this suggest about the cause of divisions in our churches? These are just some of the questions to consider in this week’s edition of the Walking Talking Bible Project.
Bible Passages
The following Scripture quotations from The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) are provided for your convenience. Please feel free to use the Bible and translation of your choice.
Memory Passage: Romans 8:14
Romans 8:14
14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.
Connection Passage #1: Galatians 5:16–18
Galatians 5:16–18
16 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.
17 For the flesh craves what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are opposed to each other, so that you do not do what you want.
18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law.
Connection Passage #2: Galatians 5:19–21
Galatians 5:19–21
19 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery;
20 idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions,
21 and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Connection Passage #3: Galatians 5:22–24
Galatians 5:22–24
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
23 gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
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WTBP Introduction and Brief Overview
All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from The Berean Standard Bible (BSB).