I think of the hymn’s words, “Living for Jesus, a life that is true, striving to please Him in all that I do; yielding allegiance, glad-hearted and free, this is the pathway of blessing for me.”

Colossians 1:10 says, “That you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God.” This is a verse I use often in praying for others who are struggling.

We struggle when our flesh seeks preeminence. Galatians 5:16 says that when we walk in the Spirit, our flesh is subdued. However, when we walk in the flesh the Holy Spirit resists us.

I like to think of two magnets trying to come together. There is polarization that keeps them apart. Verse 17 says, “For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish.”

Daily walking in the Spirit allows Him to direct us so that our lives will bear fruit that glorifies the Lord. Galatians 5:22-23.