Sin is mortified through the Holy Spirit, prayer, and the Word of God, requiring active participation from believers (Romans 8:13).
According to the Bible, mortification of sin is primarily achieved through the work of the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:13 signifies that it is through the Spirit that believers are empowered to put to death the deeds of the body. Additionally, engaging in prayer and immersing oneself in the Word of God are crucial means for this process. As Christians read and meditate on scripture, they gain strength and guidance from God's truth, which aids in resisting temptation. Paul's exhortation to walk in the Spirit in Galatians highlights that true mortification involves recognizing our dependence on God’s enabling power while actively pursuing righteousness in our daily lives.
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