We are in a time when everything is about “me” and how can I get what I want at the expense of others? I wonder what it would be like if we could really see the fruit in others. Some of you may be wondering what fruit (i.e. grape, orange or banana). No not that fruit, but the Fruit of the Spirit according to Galatians 5:22-23, which states:
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” KJV
It is interesting that it says, “against this there is no law,” why would the Word of God say this? Maybe because each fruit represents a character that should be manifested in an individual life, no matter which religion or belief they are.
"What the world needs now...is love, sweet love". Remember this song from the "flower child" days? The song is true, today. I believe we all need more compassion and love. It helps not to be so self-centered. However, the type of love Paul referred, is interesting, because it does not keep count of wrongs, it quickly forgives or asks to be forgiven, it is not boastful, it has sincere concern for others, it is not easily angered and does not delight in evil. I think we all need a little more love.
Let’s look at joy. Joy keeps you in the midst of the storm. It is easy to be joyful when everything is going well. But when everything is crazy around you, can you be joyful? The word of God says the Joy of the Lord is my strength. (Nehemiah 8:10) Some times when things are crazy, I begin to laugh, because I have come to realize each obstacle is an opportunity for the Lord to move and it strengthens me.
Well in post – we quench your appetite with more fruit – Stay tuned.
