The Spirit will bring death to “self”
Therefore, brothers, we
have an obligation — but it is not to the sinful nature, to live according to
it. For if you live according to the sinful nature, you will die; but if by The
Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live, because those
who are led by The Spirit of God
are sons of God.
Rom. 8:12-14 NIV