The Spirit is the One who gives life. The flesh doesn’t help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life. (John 6:63 HCSB)
I needed that this morning. I have been holding a grudge, and complaining to God about it way more than I should have. This verse has brought me peace.
I realized I am living by my flesh when I am holding onto my grudge. God opened my eyes to the fact that this isn't the way of God. That it has no use in His kingdom. What benefit do I find in holding on to ill feelings toward another in Christ? It does nothing but make me bitter towards them and takes away from my peace.
The spirit, our Lord, our Father. Praising and thanking them for all my many blessings every day, that is useful. Growing closer to God through my bible and prayer, that is useful. Being gracious and loving even to those who I feel have wronged me, that is useful. Having a spirit of forgiveness, because I have been forgiven so much, that is useful.
That you Lord for showing me this verse today. It was extremely useful!
Blessings
