WALK NOT AFTER THE FLESH

Walking after the flesh, simply put, is to prioritize man's (natural) desires over God’s (Spiritual) will. To prioritize anything over God is idolatry. I've said before many times:

GOD FIRST​

I'm not forcing my opinion on anyone. I'm relaying the Word of God to those who have ears to hear. Just because you invoke your "God given free will," in choosing not to believe, doesn’t keep God from being whom He created Himself to be: "I AM, THAT I AM." When you sincerely put God first, not just in performance or manipulation (God-in-the-box, or Santa God) to get what you want, but because He is worthy to be prioritized, He will simply add to you the desires of your heart. He keeps His promises.

Romans 8 (AMP)
¹Therefore, [there is] now no condemnation (no adjudging guilty of wrong) for those who are in Christ Jesus, who live [and] walk not after the dictates of the flesh, but after the dictates of the Spirit. ²For the law of the Spirit of life [which is] in Christ Jesus [the law of our new being] has freed me from the law of sin and of death. ³For God has done what the Law could not do, [its power] being weakened by the flesh [the entire nature of man without the Holy Spirit]. Sending His own Son in the guise of sinful flesh and as an offering for sin, [God] condemned sin in the flesh [subdued, overcame, deprived it of its power over all who accept that sacrifice], ⁴so that the righteous and just requirement of the Law might be fully met in us who live and move not in the ways of the flesh but in the ways of the Spirit [our lives governed not by the standards and according to the dictates of the flesh, but controlled by the Holy Spirit]. ⁵For those who are according to the flesh and are controlled by its unholy desires set their minds on and pursue those things which gratify the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit and are controlled by the desires of the Spirit set their minds on and seek those things which gratify the [Holy] Spirit. ⁶Now the mind of the flesh [which is sense and reason without the Holy Spirit] is death [death that comprises all the miseries arising from sin, both here and hereafter]. But the mind of the [Holy] Spirit is life and [soul] peace [both now and forever]. ⁷[That is] because the mind of the flesh [with its carnal thoughts and purposes] is hostile to God, for it does not submit itself to God 's Law; indeed it cannot. ⁸So then those who are living the life of the flesh [catering to the appetites and impulses of their carnal nature] cannot please or satisfy God, or be acceptable to Him.

You can walk all day, everyday, for three years, but if your walking is not in Christ, it is ultimately futile. We do not seek to control the Holy Spirit; but rather, we accept God's free gift, through Christ Jesus, allowing the Holy Spirit to control us. Hence...

IN CHRIST​

Therefore, those who are in Christ walk according to the precepts of the Holy Ghost, not according lust after worldly goods. For those who are reborn of the Spirit, fix their minds, firstly, on things that are pleasing to God (rooted in honor). The natural man's mind is conformed to the lust of the flesh; his mind is fixed on self gratification (rooted in greed).

Therefore, if your walking is not in Christ, you're condemning yourselves.

1 Corinthians 10:14 (MSG)

So, my very dear friends, when you see people reducing God to something they can use or control, get out of their company as fast as you can.

Don't get it twisted, just because the servant of God is hindered, due to man's deeds, doesn't mean "The Word of God" is bound by man's deeds.

Once again, hair is not "the covering," it is symbolic of the covering of the Holy Spirit. Let us not represent God's gracious symbolism over youthful (immature) lusts.
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To those who have ears to hear.​

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[Isaac Samuel Lubwama]

The "Sermon on the Mount," found in Matthew chapters 5-7, is a collection of Jesus' teachings that focuses on the principles of living within God's kingdom. It emphasizes love, compassion, and selflessness, encouraging believers to love their enemies, forgive others, and care for the poor and marginalized. The sermon also highlights the importance of humility, righteousness, and living a life of integrity.

Here's a more detailed look:
Key Teachings:

• The Beatitudes:
  Blessings for the poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, the merciful, the pure in heart, the peacemakers, and those persecuted for righteousness.
  
• Being the "Salt of the Earth" and "Light of the World":
  Believers are called to be a positive influence on the world through their actions and example.
  
• Fulfilling the Law:
  Jesus clarifies that he came not to abolish the law but to fulfill it, emphasizing the spirit of the law rather than just the letter.
  
• Internal Transformation:
  The sermon addresses anger, reconciliation, adultery, divorce, oaths, retaliation, and love for enemies, highlighting the importance of inner righteousness.
  
• Practical Guidance:
  The sermon provides practical advice on giving to the needy, praying, and fasting in secret, as well as not worrying about material possessions or outward appearances.
  
• Kingdom Living:
  Jesus teaches about storing up treasures in heaven, serving God, not being anxious, and seeking first the kingdom of God.
  
• Judgment and Discernment:
  The sermon warns against judging others and encourages believers to focus on their own shortcomings.
  
• The Narrow and Wide Gates:
  Jesus describes the narrow gate that leads to life and the wide gate that leads to destruction, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right path.
  
• False Prophets:
  The sermon warns against false prophets and emphasizes the importance of doing the will of God.
  
• Importance of Relationships:
  The Sermon on the Mount also stresses the importance of relationships with others, urging believers to be reconciled with those who have something against them.
  

Significance:
The Sermon on the Mount is considered one of the most important and influential teachings of Jesus. It provides a framework for Christian living, emphasizing the importance of love, righteousness, and a focus on God's kingdom. It challenges believers to live in a way that reflects God's character and values.