And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. Gal 5:24
Becoming a saint is a partnership with God. Becoming a Christian is to live a good faithful life by example the best way we can. The lifestyle of sainthood is a graduation from Christian life. God calls all believers and non-believers to carry out the mission. The non-believers will unconsciously do the tasks that were His and deny it if anyone says it is God’s. We are born of a sinner. God is faithful and just and will forgive us for confessing our sins.[1]
Moses told us to live for life over death.[2] “Death” is the free will that comes with a hefty cost, and you will face the consequences, whether it be health issues or loss of life. The life to live by the Spirit is giving up sin, affection, and lust. That is to give up the right to the life you want and follow the Spirit’s command, the life to live for God. However, the life given to you is the gift God wants you to complete the story -- to complete His dream of you. What are you born with? What talent do you have that you can offer to the people?
The free will is not spiritual, and it can only be made spiritual by sacrifice. It is not a question of praying but of being proactive.
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[1] 1 John1:8,9
[2] Deuteronomy 30
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