The Fruit of the Spirit
In several places in the OT, the phrase 'the Rock' is used as a grand title for God Himself. This title 'the Rock' speaks to us of God's faithfulness. 'The Rock' conveys how God is unchanging, utterly faithful and constant in His care.
A young man ran up to Jesus. This guy was one of life’s success stories, a rising star in society who seemed to have the world at his feet. Though young, already he had gained wealth, position and prestige, but he was struggling spiritually. In spite of his success and wealth, his soul wasn't satisfied. Deep down he knew something crucial was missing from his life. So, he ran to Jesus and fell on his knees with a question burning in his heart: ‘Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?’ Jesus replied, ‘Why do you call Me good? No one is good - except God alone.’ These words of Jesus highlight three major truths that dominate Scripture
In your day to day activities and relationships, is God's kindness shining through you to others? Do people see something of the kindness of God by how you treat them and talk with them? If you have truly experienced God's grace in your life, an inward transformation will be taking place within you and this will be seen outwardly in how you serve others with kindness.
We live in an age described as ‘the now generation’ (Alvin Toffler). Everyone seems to want everything ‘now’. We've instant coffee, fast food, entertainment at the press of our fingertips, millions buying goods on credit that they can’t afford, sports teams expecting instant success from their managers, and many seeking gratification before the commitment and covenant of marriage.
The Gospel of Christ is the Gospel of peace which is so rich, deep and delightful! Yet most people today tend to use the word peace in a very limited sense.
The Gospel of Christ is the Gospel of peace which is so rich, deep and delightful! Yet most people today tend to use the word peace in a very limited sense.
Would you describe yourself as a joyful person? Would other people describe you as a joyful person? If you know Christ as your Saviour, they should be able to. For the Bible plainly teaches us that being joyful isn’t optional for Christ’s people. Being joyful is imperative!
This is the first in a new series on the fruit of the Spirit recorded by Paul in Galatians 5v22-23. The apostle wrote, 'the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.' The importance of this spiritual fruit in our Christian lives and growth can't be overstated.