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Fruit of the Spirit Series

Fruit of the Spirit – Peace

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” -Galatians 5:22-23 The third fruit of the Spirit listed by the Apostle Paul is peace.  As often as we may overlook the value of peace, it is a precious blessing enjoyed by the […]

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Fruit of the Spirit – Joy

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” -Galatians 5:22-23 The second characteristic fruit of the Spirit that Paul gives the Galatians is Joy.  The Oxford Dictionary defines joy as “Pleasurable emotion due to well-being or satisfaction,” which is clearly suitable […]

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Fruit of the Spirit Series

Fruit of the Spirit – Love

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” -Galatians 5:22-23 A recurring theme on my mind since I have begun these weekly articles is spiritual fruit-bearing in true discipleship.  We believe that God has by His own power quickened us (Ephesians […]