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“Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh in regard to its lusts.”

—Romans 13:14

The word “lust” is also translated “desires.” It can mean anything from anger, bitterness, and sexual sin to greed, alcohol, or man’s approval—any worldly desire we give a place in our lives.

This “putting on” of Christ literally means to “clothe yourself with,” “to sink into,” or to “invest in clothing.”

“Putting on” is ongoing. We do not clothe ourselves once; we clothe ourselves every day with fresh clothing. Counting on our Sunday service or on a spiritual experience we had years ago to guard us from the desires of the flesh isn’t enough. Our spirits need to put Christ on anew every day.

And we only “sink into” something substantial. You can’t sink into a linen shirt, but you can sink into a down jacket. Putting on Jesus each day protects us from the elements—our fleshly desires and the darts of the enemy. Without Christ, we are exposed.

And investment means this garment isn’t cheap. We may have to sacrifice to acquire it. Jesus is that pearl of great price so valuable that paying absolutely everything we have would be worth it to have him . . . even unto death. In daily life, this looks like “investing” our finances, time, service, and our whole lives as the Lord leads—all our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mark 12:30).

Caring for our flesh in healthy ways is responsible, but when it comes to its lusts, we’re to “make no provision.” We do not plan out how we can satisfy our unhealthy desires.

We clothe ourselves with Jesus so those fleshly desires get no say in our decisions, our time, or our activities.

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