How Are You Living?

New Beginnings With Pastor Ron

Todays Sermon, delivered by Pastor Ron, focused on the theme of living in the spirit versus living in the flesh, based on Romans 8:9-13. The pastor emphasized the importance of conscious decision-making in spiritual growth. He discussed the constant battle between the flesh and the spirit within individuals and the need to actively feed the spiritual self to gain strength against fleshly temptations.

The sermon emphasized the significance of spiritual practices like prayer, reading the Bible, and fellowship in nurturing the spirit. Pastor Ron used various analogies, including the story of two wolves representing good and evil within a person, to illustrate the importance of choosing what to nurture in one's life. He highlighted that spiritual maturity comes through active participation and making deliberate choices in favor of the spirit.

The message also included the significance of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers in their spiritual journey. Pastor Ron explained that upon accepting Christ, believers receive the Holy Spirit, which aids in spiritual growth and maturity. He encouraged the congregation to examine their lifestyles and to make choices that align with God's will, fostering spiritual growth and development.

Throughout the service, the atmosphere was one of introspection and encouragement, urging believers to grow by living according to the Spirit. The pastor stressed that spiritual growth is a process that requires effort and participation from believers, and it's crucial for overcoming life's challenges and temptations.