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What does the Bible say about the conflict between sin and the spirit?

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The Bible teaches that believers experience an ongoing conflict between their sinful nature and the Holy Spirit, as seen in Romans 7.

The Apostle Paul describes this struggle in Romans 7, emphasizing that while he desires to do good, he finds that sin dwells within him, continually warring against his spirit. This passage reveals the duality of nature experienced by Christians, where the 'inward man' delights in God's law, while the 'flesh' resists it. This conflict is not unique to Paul but is the normal experience for all believers, indicating that we live in both the reality of our sinful nature and the redemptive grace of Jesus Christ simultaneously. The presence of this struggle serves as evidence of Christ's work within us, contrasting with a superficial spirituality that lacks acknowledgment of sin.
Scripture References: Romans 7:14-25, Galatians 5:17

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O Wretched Man
Carroll Poole · Apr 23, 2017