Death is half disarmed when the pleasures and interests of the flesh are first denied. — Richard Baxter
flesh
The world, the flesh and the devil can never overwhelm…
The world, the flesh and the devil can never overwhelm the weakest person who sets their face towards God. – J.C. Ryle
The way to Heaven is ascending; we must be content to travel uphill…
The way to Heaven is ascending; we must be content to travel uphill, though it be hard and tiresome, and contrary to the natural bias of our flesh. – Jonathan Edwards
Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. – Matthew 26:41
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength…
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. – Psalms 73:26
I’m human
Instead of using “I’m human” as an excuse to walk in the flesh, let us use “I’m saved” as a reason to walk in the Spirit.
