Having exhorted Brethren to put off the Old Man, Paul now exhorts them to put on the New Man, which is born of the Spirit of Grace in them. This chapter reveals that sin is very much present in the members of our fleshly body. The purpose of God leaving our fleshly body to be redeemed later is to give us Hope and Faith. And it teaches us about the love of God for us and the love we have for Brethren. Things that divide men will arise, but the love of our God conquers all in Christ. Leaving the burden with God, is how we "let the peace of God rule in [our] hearts". Trust the Lord to teach your brethren, heal and correct just as he does with you. You don't have to argue with or fix them. Trust him to do what is right and there will be peace. Then you may worship together in peace, joy and love.
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“ Great Sermon! ” What an encouragement & such words of comfort by brother Eric; words that cause us to ask our Lord to manifest such fruit in each of His sheep.... "the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power". 1 Peter 5:9 states: knowing that the same "afflictions" are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. The "afflictions" can be of those resulting from "an inward state" (Strongs) which is the experience of every saint in connection with his old nature that wars against this peace & unity in the Body but, sin shall not have dominion over us hence, we are hope & expect that our God is working in every member of His visible church for their good and His glory. HE is the Balm of Gilead
