But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.
Instead, wrap yourself up in Jesus Christ like you're putting on your favorite outfit. Don't go out of your way to set yourself up for the stuff your body craves that you know isn't good for you.
Dress yourself in Jesus and stop making it easy for your worst impulses to win.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Romans to address a diverse group of believers in a major city of the Roman Empire, where pagan influences and moral laxity were prevalent. In Romans 13, Paul discusses practical Christian living, including submission to governing authorities and the importance of love, leading to this verse as a call to spiritual transformation. This exhortation was essential for early Christians who needed to distinguish their faith from the surrounding culture's temptations.
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