Fruit of the Spirit

"...love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control" (Galatians 5:22-23, New International Version).

These are the nine qualities that the apostle Paul refers to as "the fruit of the Spirit"—the characteristics produced in us when we are led by the Spirit of God. They are essential in every Christian's life, and the following materials will provide insight into what they are and how to develop them.

What Is Real Security?

Steve Myers

Darris McNeely

Gary Petty

As financial and economic volatility troubles the world, where can you find true security? What or who can be your anchor?

Posted February 7, 2010 | 0 comments

Hank Paulson Gets Scared

A blog post by Darris McNeely

Hank Paulson has published a book detailing what happened during the most intense hours of the financial meltdown of 2008. On the weekend of September 13-14, 2009 Paulson met with New York Fed Chairman Timothy Geitner and other banking execs to figure out how to save Lehman Brothers and the global financial system.

After Barclay’s in England backed out of a deal it was apparent nothing could be pieced together to save the over leveraged financial house. Paulson felt the fallout would have been catastrophic. He had no answers.

Posted February 2, 2010 | 0 comments

Little Drops of Water

Take some time today to slow down in our fast-paced world.

Posted January 28, 2010 | 0 comments

The Peacemaker

Gary Petty

One of the most important principles of conflict resolution is to be assertive without being aggressive. This means that you have to able to voice your opinions and feelings without attacking the other person.

Posted January 25, 2010 | 0 comments

Comfort and Consolation

Peter Eddington

Have you ever known people who, despite tragedy, were able to offer comfort to others? Where do those who are able to comfort others while enduring their own tragedy receive the strength to help others?

Posted January 23, 2010 | 0 comments

Don't Be a Dilbert

Paul Hadley

We don't just serve our employers. We are serving Christ with our work, and our reward is more than just what we deposit in our bank account.

Posted January 22, 2010 | 0 comments

Take Time for Hospitality!

Becky Sweat

There’s more to the art of hospitality than hosting dinner parties. What does the Bible say about being hospitable, and how can you become a better host—regardless of budget?

Posted January 6, 2010 | 0 comments

A Key to a Happy Life

Arthur Morris

The secret to a happy life isn’t much of a secret at all—it’s been in the Bible for over 3,000 years!

Posted January 4, 2010 | 0 comments

The Perfect Example of the Fruit of the Spirit: Jesus Christ

Vince Szymkowiak

It's vital that Christians bear fruit in their lives—the fruit of the Spirit. But what does that fruit look like? In Jesus Christ we have the perfect example of what God's Spirit should produce in our lives.

Posted January 3, 2010 | 0 comments

A Fruit of the Spirit - Abundant Fresh Fruit: To Serve God and Share With Others

Don Hooser

We can become like God by having His Spirit dwelling in us. As we grow spiritually, we should see more and more evidence of that miracle—more and more "fruit of the Spirit." And with more and more fruit, there is more and more to give to others!

Posted January 2, 2010 | 1 comments

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