TEXAS GOSPEL STAFF

Walking by the Spirit is not a lawless or chaotic life. It is a life guided by spiritual principles, a divine rule set by God. We are called to live according to His Word, which is our perfect guide. This walk begins with the Spirit and ends with the glory of Jesus Christ. A Christian life is built on following the Spirit’s guidance, using the Word of God as the standard. Our goal is spiritual growth, and we should never be satisfied with what we have already achieved.

The world lives by a different rule, following a spirit of disobedience. The broad, easy path leads many astray, but Christians are called to walk the narrow path of holiness. We are not just to have different opinions from the world; we are to live differently. The divine difference that we seek is one of holiness and separation from worldly ways.

We must strive to be as different from the world as possible, aligning ourselves with God’s Word. Comparing ourselves to others can hinder our growth, so we must focus on moving forward spiritually. God’s law is spiritual and holy, but we often find ourselves still tied to worldly things.

Romans 12:2 (NIV) says, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This verse calls us to a higher standard, urging us to be different from the world and to continually grow in the Spirit.