This sermon by Pastor Jeff Kern centers on the dual nature of humanity, contrasting the "flesh" (natural inclinations towards selfishness and sin) and the "spirit" (spiritual life guided by the Holy Spirit). He uses Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities as an analogy for this internal struggle, arguing that Christians must actively choose to walk in the spirit, rejecting the works of the flesh and cultivating the fruits of the spirit (love, joy, peace, etc.). The sermon emphasizes the importance of making a conscious decision to prioritize spiritual growth and live a life of service to God, thereby fulfilling one's purpose as a child of God. Ultimately, Pastor Kern calls the congregation to embrace their identity in Christ and s ...