Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.
For the sinful nature is always hostile to God. It never did obey God’s laws, and it never will.
For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.
Lord God my Father,
Again I ask you to protect me from my sinful nature, be with me and focus my desire on what pleases you alone. I am weak on my own and need your grace to overpower my guilt.
I Jesus name I pray,
Amen