17 Sowing and Reaping Series 5

Paul said, “So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God” (Romans 8:8). It is impossible
for you to please God while you are still walking after the flesh, motivated by your carnal nature and fulfilling the lusts of your flesh. The word “flesh” is translated from the Greek word, sarx, which refers to man’s unregenerate carnal nature with its unbridled passions, desires, and lusts.

There are many believers today who are living in defeat because they are yielding to the lusts of their flesh. They are trying to keep one foot in the world and one foot in the church. Their hearts are divided. They want to serve God and enjoy His blessings, but they also want to enjoy worldly
pleasures and satisfy the lusts of their flesh.