Gal 5:22-24
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy,
peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and
self-control. Against such things there is no law.
NIV
A fruit is product of the
process of growth a seed that has been planted undergoes.
When you were born again,
the seed of God was planted within you. God did this with the intension that it
will bear fruit.
It is your responsibility to
nurture this seed (which is your new nature that does not support sin) such
that you begin to bear fruit.
This new righteous nature
you have is a result of the Holy Spirit who now lives within you.
If by any means you have
observed that the fruit of the spirit is not manifested in your life the way it
should, do not be discouraged, instead set your heart on God. God has made the
grace available for you to live a victorious Christian life in the world, plug
into this grace by trusting in Him and consciously apportioning time to do the
things that enhance your faith. God has also made all blessing available for
you so you can do this without struggle. All you need to do is to depend on His
grace and His power within you (the Holy Spirit) and stop depending on your
will to bear the fruit of the Spirit.
Just like a fruit is proof
of the maturity of a tree or plant, the fruit of the Spirit you bear is proof
of your spiritual maturity, and this maturity is tantamount to spiritual power
and authority. God’s plan for you is that you walk in this authority every day.
Prayer: Lord I thank you for
your word. Please give me the grace to bear the fruit of the Spirit today and
Every day. Amen
By SD ABRAHAM
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