Walking In The Spirit (Holy Spirit) Part 1

Definition:
Walk to move with:

Purpose -- our conduct pleasing to the Lord.
Observation -- watching for distractions, obstacles, assaults.
Balance -- going forward with discernment, determination.
Action -- step-by-step, decision-by-decision, choice-by-choice.

Explanation
Distractions

Example
Things that pull you away Cares of this life: bills, rebellious
from walking in the Spirit. children, health.

Explanation
Obstacles

Example
Things that get in the way Offenses: someone says something
of you walking in the Spirit. against you.

Explanation
Assaults

Example
The enemy's attack to keep Spiritual warfare: doubt and unbelief, lies
you from walking in the Spirit. of the enemy.


What it means to walk in the Spirit, is to walk spiritually with purpose, balance, observation and action. Keeping your eyes on Jesus and winning the tug of war to be led by the Holy Spirit rather than allowing your soul to rule over your choices and decisions.
Walking in the Spirit is the process of your soul learning to relinquish control, and let God take charge of your life. Always remember, you are His work in process!


Think of traffic lights and what the colours mean. Now think of the spiritual.
Green - body, wants/desires of the flesh, go go go!

Orange - warning signal - slow down, something's not right here. 'I'm not sure if I should be doing this.'

Red - stop. Consult God. Wait for His answer.
Walking in the Spirit.

Taken from Cleansing Streams Ministries