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It is possible for us to follow Jesus in certain specific areas, such as overcoming anger, bitterness, lust, etc., and yet not hit the root of sin in the flesh.

Lucifer and Adam sinned- not by committing murder, adultery, or by gossiping. They both sinned by seeking their own profit and gain. This is the root of all sin-seeking our own.

Only when the axe is laid to their evil root, will the fundamental direction of our lives be altered. Until then, we can have victory in so many areas and still be seeking our own gain, profit, and honor.

This is why even many of those who preach victory over sin end up as Pharisees. It is only when believers have this attitude: “I do not seek my own profit, but the profit of the many that might be saved”- that they will be able to build the church as the Body of Christ.

Jesus never sought His own. He always sought His Father’s glory. This is the ultimate purpose of Christian- to put aside your pain, struggles, and adversities in order to promote the glory of God.

Personal Reflection:
How can we focus on the grace of God?