"Walk in the Spirit" on TikTok: Is It Biblical or Just Another Trend?

When a new term starts trending on TikTok, it’s only natural to question its meaning — especially since common words and phrases often take on a whole new life online. Case in point: Bethenny Frankel’s "Dior bags," which has nothing to do with the coveted designer purses but instead refers to drones spotted in random places.

So when "Walk in the Spirit" started popping up on TikTok, people wondered — does it actually reference the Bible, or is there a deeper meaning? Let’s clear the air.

On TikTok, "Walk in the Spirit" refers to the literal biblical phrase from Galatians 5:16-26. The passage states:

"I say then: "Walk in the Spirit and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law."

It continues, "Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy."

In simple terms, Walking in the Spirit means living a life guided by God’s teachings — choosing kindness, patience, and self-control over sinful temptations. It’s about resisting urges that go against God’s word, like choosing faithfulness over cheating, even when temptation is strong.

Christians believe the only way to heaven is through faith in Jesus Christ, and that faith goes beyond just praying or attending church — it means living a life that aligns with God's word. This is similar to other religions that prioritize their divine being's teachings as the ultimate example to follow.

According to a TikTok shared by Chandler Hallow, an active member of MrBeast's crew, two things can happen when you "walk in the Spirit." Your old self might resist the transformation because doing the right thing isn’t always easy, or you might embrace walking in the Spirit as a way to seek God’s righteousness.

Contrary to walking in the Spirit — where you live according to God’s guidance — walking in the flesh means prioritizing your own desires, regardless of how your choices affect others. Take, for example, someone in a committed relationship who faces the temptation to cheat.

A person walking in the Spirit would resist the urge, staying faithful to their partner, while someone walking in the flesh might give in, thinking, "This is what I want," without considering the consequences for their spouse, children, or anyone else involved.

People often say, "Follow your heart," but there's a fine line between staying true to your feelings and crossing moral boundaries. Walking in the Spirit helps keep that line clear, while walking in the flesh often leads to crossing it. Honoring your emotions is important, but so is making choices that align with a higher moral standard.