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the sinful nature with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the
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Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.

Prayer:

Notes:

What is the main subject of this passage? Walking in the Spirit vs. Walking in the flesh.

Who are the persons revealed in the passage: Who is speaking? To whom is he speaking?
Holy Spirit and my Old Sin Nature. Paul to the churches in Galatia.

What is the key verse in this passage? Vs. 16 cf vs. 25

Is there any command for me to obey in this passage? Yes. Crucify the flesh - it is an act I must do daily
(aorist tense – at points in time), active (voice), indicative (mood) - a simple statement of fact. Action
that occurs or has occurred or will occur.

Is there any promise for me to claim? I walk in the Spirit by crucifying the flesh daily- the results will be
the fruit the Spirit of God produces. I can tell if I am walking in the Spirit by the fruit produced by my
life.

Is there any instruction for me to follow? I must crucify the desires of my flesh daily, live by the Spirit
(v. 16), and be led by the Spirit (v.18).

Is there a prayer I should pray? Lord, grant that I may be so yielded to you that you may bear
wonderful fruit in my life.

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