Either the man walks 6-10 feet ahead or decides that day to trail behind about that much. How can two walk together? Or, he drives fast, almost recklessly, or at a snail-like pace.
What is the motivating mood?
Are the angels chasing him or restricting his momentum? Only he can answer - if he's willing.
This is not two or more people walking together in agreeance. It's a tough, sad case. What can be done? If the man is not willing to see what he is doing, or at least admit to it and overcome his problem and constant opposition, no one will be able to change his mind. He will not desire to walk in peace, harmony and agreement.
A person like this may not be able to find a marriage partner. If he is already married, it will be very sad for his wife. How can there be satisfying communication and companionship? How about repoire and a becoming one - not just of the consummation on the marital bed entitled in a marriage by consent, but also of minds working together as an effective, happy and content team? True partnership is invaluable but the man is indifferent to it.
A host of angels would be hard-pressed to intervene. The Holy Spirit is likely quenched in such a person who claims to belong to the Lord. May the Lord open this type of person's ears, mind and heart, creating a contrite, repentant heart and who comes to care and be caring of those who try to walk and live "close" to him. Open his eyes, Lord. Foil the tempters power to break apart marriages and churches. May all learn to walk in step with the Holy Spirit and by so doing, with his loved ones.
Lord, wherever You encounter such a person, bring them to heel, to accept Your bit and bridle, to walk BESIDE You and the ones he supposedly loves. Abide with us, so we can walk beside You. We ask in Jesus' name, amen.
~ ERC March 2026 ~
Based on Galatians 5:25.
sing, Holy Spirit, Living Breath of God, along with Keith and Kristyn Getty.
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