In Romans 6, the Bible shows us that if we have new life in Jesus, we are not in bondage to sin. We have the Holy Spirit, who gives us desires to live holy, and empowers us to serve God from a loving heart.
If you’re struggling with habitual sin like the ones in Galatians 5:19–21, here are some steps you can take:
1. Make sure you are truly born again.
2. Separate yourself from the temptation. Don’t leave an open door.
3. Find a passion for serving God by serving people. By living a life of purpose (especially focusing on eternal things), your mind is less likely to wander to temptation.
4. Meditate on things that are good (Philippians 4:8)!