What does Galatians 5:24 mean?

Galatians 5:24 highlights themes such as crucifixion, flesh, affection when read in context.

How should I apply Galatians 5:24 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.

22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

23Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.

24And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.

25If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.

26Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.

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Colossians 3:5
This verse encourages believers to put to death their earthly nature, echoing the theme of Galatians 5:24.