20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. ~ Galatians 2:20
Christ gave His life for us, so it’s now up to us to live our lives for Him. When we do, He gives us Eternal Life. Why? Because when we live our lives for Christ, we make the conscious, determined decision to do good. To do what is right. Because that’s what following Christ is, it’s denying your flesh so that your soul may live.
LORD, help us to deny our flesh so that we may spend Eternity with You surrounded in Your love. Help us to see that You want what’s best for us. Help us to also want what’s best for us and to crucify our flesh. In Jesus’ name, I pray, amen.