King James Bible
"This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh."
Paul transitions to practical application after discussing Christian freedom, signaling an authoritative apostolic command. The phrase emphasizes that what follows is a direct consequence of the theological truths he has just established about liberty from the law. Walking implies continuous, habitual conduct—not a one-time decision but an ongoing lifestyle of yielding to the Holy Spirit's guidance. In the Galatian context, this contrasts sharply with walking under the law's external regulations. Paul presents a promise: Spirit-led living naturally prevents the completion of fleshly desires. The Greek emphasizes not bringing sinful impulses to their intended conclusion, suggesting the Spirit interrupts and redirects our fallen inclinations before they produce sinful actions.