Today Bible verse is – Galatians 5:16
“So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”
Devotion for May 5, 2025
Picture a narrow mountain trail. On one side: a steep drop. On the other: tangled thorns. There’s only one safe way forward—step by step, eyes fixed, fully surrendered to the Guide. That’s what it means to walk by the Spirit. This isn’t a casual stroll; it’s a daily decision to trust His lead over our instincts.
The desires of the flesh—pride, anger, lust, control—don’t just disappear when we believe in Jesus. They whisper and press in, especially when we’re tired or wounded. But the Spirit doesn’t shout—He gently nudges, always in line with truth. And if we walk close, we’ll begin to recognize the difference. Flesh drives us toward self; the Spirit draws us toward Christ.
You cannot walk in two directions at once. To walk by the Spirit means to let Him pace your steps, shape your reactions, and set your priorities. Not perfection—but posture. Not performance—but dependence. When temptation stirs, pause. Invite the Spirit. When frustration flares, breathe. Ask Him to speak first. When you don’t know what to do—just walk. Not fast. Not far. Just one Spirit-led step at a time.
Freedom isn’t found in trying harder—it’s found in staying closer. This is how you overcome: not by might, not by guilt, but by walking hand-in-hand with the One who overcame for you.
Prayer for May 5, 2025
Holy Spirit, I need You. My flesh pulls hard, but I know Your way leads to life. Teach me to walk with You—not ahead, not behind, but in step. When I’m weak, be my strength. When I’m tempted, be my escape. Let my heart grow sensitive to Your voice. Train my soul to follow Your rhythm until obedience feels like home. I surrender my will, my way, my need to control. Lead me, Holy Spirit. I trust You to guide every step. In Jesus’ name, amen.
