Episode Summary: Wes and TJ dive into the often misunderstood biblical concepts of flesh and spirit, clarifying the Greek terminology and exploring how believers can break free from the "yo-yo Christian life." They discuss the true identity of Christians as being firmly in the spirit, not constantly shifting between flesh and spirit.

Scripture Focus:

• Romans 8:3-9

• Galatians 5:24-25

• Galatians 2:20

• Romans 6:6-7

• Ephesians 2:1-5

Key Points:

1. Understanding the Greek words for flesh: "soma" (physical body) and "sarx" (fallen human nature seeking independence from God)

2. The Spirit refers to both the Holy Spirit and the new life believers receive when born again

3. Scripture presents clear dichotomies - you're either in the flesh or in the spirit, not both simultaneously

4. Christians are not "Jekyll and Hyde" - they are saints learning to live like saints, not sinners trying to become saints

5. The gospel doesn't expose your sin, it removes it and exposes your value

6. Living by the Spirit is about submission leading to inner transformation, not merely behavior modification

Memorable Quotes:

• "You are not a sinner trying to be a saint. You are a saint learning to live like one." - TJ

• "We are not debtors to the flesh. We are not controlled by the flesh any longer." - Wes

• "Jesus didn't come to merely forgive our sins. He came to put our old self to death and give us a new life in the spirit." - TJ

Listener Takeaway: Understanding the biblical distinction between flesh and spirit frees believers from the "yo-yo Christian life" of constant ups and downs. Christians are firmly established in the spirit, with their old selves crucified with Christ, enabling them to live with confidence in their new identity.

Connect and Support:

• Support the podcast: https://thingsmybiblesays.supercast.com

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThingsMyBibleSays

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574119230780

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thingsmybiblesays/