Video of the Day: Clip from the 1974 movie “Chinatown”
Bible Verse of the Day:
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. 17 For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever[c] you want. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law, Galatians 5:16-18.
Biblical Connection:
Chinatown is considered one of the top ten screenplays ever written. Jack Nicholson is J.J. Gittes, a private investigator. As Gittes gets closer to solving his most recent case, he encounters the powerful and wealthy Noah Cross. Whenever corruption and sin are exposed, high profile individuals are capable of almost anything to avoid being charged. There is where politics become dirty, bringing out the worst in human beings.
In a letter to the Church in Galatia, the apostle Paul highlights what people are capable of. Paul brings up a theological term known as dualism, a belief that there are two equal and separate powers of good and evil at work in the world. Christians are drawn to do good by the power of the Holy Spirit. Meanwhile, there is an internal tug of war led by the human flesh, carnal and earthly desires pulling you toward evil. This is where free will comes into play.
Closing Song:
The next time you sense evil dragging you closer to your sinful nature, pull back before it’s too late. Once you find the way out from temptation, draw close to Jesus so that you can keep in step with the Holy Spirit.
by Jay Mankus
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