Devotionals from my Bible app: Keep In Step (Galatians 5:25)

Note before sharing the devotional: dovetailing off yesterday's post, when we spend time in God's Word and His Presence, and when we know His Word, and when we have surrendered our lives to Jesus as our Lord, Master, King, and Savior, then we will have the Holy Spirit in us. When we have the Holy Spirit in us, He will guide us and give us instructions each day on what we are to do (as well as anything we are to not do). At this point, living the Christian life and truly walking with God becomes a way of life. This is what pleases God.

But we also have an enemy who relentlessly tries to get us off track and to keep us off track. Therein lies the battle, each and every day. Keeping in step with the Holy Spirit will keep us victorious against every scheme of the enemy.

Keep In Step

When we trust in Jesus as our Savior, we’re given the gift of grace and the gift of the Holy Spirit. To put it simply, the Holy Spirit is God. We are given God! The Holy Spirit leads, guides, and works in and through us.

There are times when we’re tempted to run ahead of the Spirit. Because, if we’re honest, He’s not always moving as quickly as we’d like. We might even question if He’s moving or if He cares. That’s why walking with God requires patience.

There are other times when we’re tempted to lag behind the Spirit. Because, at times, He might be guiding us somewhere that might make us a little uncomfortable. It takes effort, intentionality, and both physical and emotional strength. That’s why walking with God requires courage.

We can keep in step with the Spirit by sticking close to Him—paying attention, talking to Him, reading His Word, and being in community with those who love Him.

Because when we’re committed to sticking close to Him, one thing is certain: The Holy Spirit will guide you—every step of the way.

https://bible.com/bible/59/gal.5.25.ESV