"...while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:18
The difference in those who are born of the Spirit is in the way they see things. Those who are spiritual see things spiritually, therefore, they look towards what is eternal. However, those who are not spiritual can only see what is temporary.
The Holy Spirit warns us not to pay attention or give importance to what is temporary, but to what is eternal. That is pure faith.
"Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us..." Hebrews 12:1
There is only one way to get rid of the weight of sin: through confession to the Lord Jesus and immediate abandonment of that sin. Sin is a spirit. You will continue to be enslaved by it until you're delivered. Time won't solve this problem. Instead, the more time that passes, the heavier sin becomes, because others sins are added on to it.
Therefore, get rid of it immediately.
"Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies." Proverbs 31:10
Physical beauty is eye-catching and deceives the heart. But the wise woman's virtues are what makes her a precious rare gem. The man that finds her, will be the happiest man on Earth, because she will truly be a suitable helper. The hard part is finding her, seeing that there is an ongoing "clearance sale" open to the public.
"The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness." Proverbs 15:14
Great knowledge comes from the teachings of the Word of God. It is within these teachings that we acquire a wise heart, to go up against this world and be victorious until death. However, those who are foolish turn their back to these teachings.
"Then He who sat on the throne said, 'Behold, I make all things new.'" Revelation 21:5
Women who've been raped or suffered any type of abuse have the opportunity to start their life over again. But they must put all of their strength, understanding and their heart into having a communion with the One who is sitting on the Throne. Only He can make all things new.
"Lord, it is good for us to be here; if You wish, let us make here three tabernacles: one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." Matthew 17:4
In the absence of the Holy Spirit there is complete spiritual blindness. Peter saw Moses and Elijah as though they represented the Law and the Prophets, and now, he had seen Jesus' transfiguration. This had been a sublime and indescribable experience. Yet, he was worried about making tents...
He has revealed to us eternal salvation, the ability to be His children and, if that weren't enough, we've received the Holy Spirit. Yet, how can we allow our thoughts to be occupied by the tents of this world?!...
"For I will pour water on him who is thirsty, and floods on the dry ground; I will pour My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring." Isaiah 44:3
The wonderful Divine promises are not meant for curious or adventurous people. Nor are they for those who believe in luck or obtaining them without much of an effort. They are meant exclusively for those who are thirsty for God's Spirit. The invitation has been given to everyone. But only the thirsty have the right and privilege of receiving His blessing.
