There is a battle that cannot always be seen by human eyes. It is not fought with swords, armies, or earthly weapons. It is fought within the heart of man.
Apostle Paul speaks with remarkable honesty in Romans 7:15–17: “What I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I.”
These words reveal something every believer must understand: knowing the will of God and obeying the will of God are not always the same thing.
A person may know what is right and still struggle to do it. He may hate sin and yet find himself falling into temptation. He may desire holiness and still discover weakness within himself.
Apostle Paul says: “If then I do that which I would not, I consent unto the law that it is good.”
The problem is not God’s law. God’s commandment is good because God is good. “Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good” (Romans 7:12). God’s Word does not create the sin within us; it exposes what is already there. Hebrews 4:12 declares: “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword.” When God’s Word enters our hearts, it shows us not merely what we want others to see, but who we truly are before God.
Apostle Paul says: “What I hate, that do I.” He acknowledges his weakness with humility, and that is where spiritual healing begins. He who comes before God and says, “Lord, search me, reveal me, cleanse me, and change me,” has opened his heart to the work of grace. King David prayed: “Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts” (Psalm 139:23). True spirituality is bringing our struggles into the presence of God.
Apostle Paul says: “Sin that dwelleth in me.” In Romans 6:14, he later declares: “For sin shall not have dominion over you.” We are not strong enough to defeat sin. Christ is stronger than the sin that is fighting against us. Lord Jesus said: “Without me ye can do nothing” (John 15:5). Our victory does not come from trusting our own strength. It comes from abiding in Christ.
Are you struggling with sin or making peace with it?
If you have sinned, then you must repent. You must return to Christ. “For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again” (Proverbs 24:16). “When I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD shall be a light unto me” (Micah 7:8).
You may have been experiencing a painful struggle, making you wonder whether you truly belong to God and why you are still fighting this battle. The Christian life involves warfare. Galatians 5:17 says: “For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh.” But the Holy Spirit works within us, teaching us, correcting us, strengthening us, and leading us toward holiness. Therefore, when you recognize the battle within, do not run away from God, but run toward Him. When you face weakness, temptation, or moments of doubt and shame, turn immediately to Christ for strength.
Do not hide from the Physician. Go to the Physician. Lord Jesus said: “They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick” (Matthew 9:12).
Lord Jesus Christ is more real than our weaknesses. His grace outlasts our failures, His mercy covers our shame, and His power is greater than any temptation. Whenever we stumble, His strong hand is always ready to lift us back up. Therefore, do not trust yourself, but trust the Living Christ.
The Lord told Paul: “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9).
Abide in Christ. “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1).
For the battle is not ultimately won by the strength of the man who fights. It is won by the grace of the Christ who lives in him.
Leave a comment