Negligence in prayer withers the inner man. Nothing can be a substitute for it, not even Christian work. Many are so preoccupied with work that they allow little time for prayer. Hence they cannot cast out demons. Prayer enables us first inwardly to overcome the enemy and then outwardly to deal with him.
Watchman NeeNatural strength is what we receive from the hand of God as Creator. Spiritual strength is what we receive from God in grace.
Watchman NeeFaith in Christ makes one a regenerated believer; obedience to the Holy Spirit makes him a spiritual believer.
Watchman NeeIrrespective of how we physiologically are made, even possessing special weaknesses, we can overcome our sins through the Lord.
Watchman NeeIn order for the inner man to be strengthened with power through the Holy Spirit, the children of God must discharge their responsibility. They need to yield specifically to the Lord, forsake every doubtful aspect in their life, be willing to obey fully God's will, and believe through prayer that He will flood their spirit with His power.
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