06/06/2026
TITLE: “WHEN THE FLESH RESISTS - JESUS DOESN’T LEAVE”
TEXT: Galatians 5:17, Hebrews 13:5, Luke 15:20
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_Galatians 5:17 - “The flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh.”_
Don’t be shocked when after years with God you still feel the pull to drink, smoke, or sin. Paul called it war. The Spirit longeth for holiness, the flesh resists with old habits. Falling doesn’t mean you’re fake. It means you’re human. The war proves the Spirit is still alive in you. Dead men don’t fight.
After you fall, the enemy screams: “Jesus left you. Years wasted. Go back to the world.” That’s accusation, not truth. Hebrews 13:5 - _“I will never leave you nor forsake you.”_ Jesus didn’t leave Peter after 3 denials. He didn’t leave David after adultery + murder. He won’t leave you after the bottle. Conviction says “come home”. Condemnation says “you’re done”. Learn the voice.
Luke 15:20 - The prodigal was still far off, but _“his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and embraced him.”_ He didn’t wait for him to shower, repent 10 times, or quit smoking first. He ran while he still smelled like pigs. That’s Jesus. He’s not waiting at the door with a stick. He’s running to you now. Come home. Confess. 1 John 1:9 - _He is faithful to forgive and cleanse._
So don’t let the flesh win. Don’t believe the lie. The Father is running to you today.
Bow your head. If you’ve stumbled - whisper: “Father, I’m coming home.” He hears you.
*PRAYER:*
Lord, we thank You that You don’t leave. Strengthen the flesh that resists. Let the Spirit win in my heart. Amen.