Scripture Reading
Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Reflection
Notice that these are fruit — singular — not fruits. They grow together as a cluster on the same vine. You cannot cultivate patience in isolation from love, or joy while neglecting self-control. They are an integrated character, formed by the Spirit over time. Which of these is the Spirit particularly tending in your life right now?
Prayer for Today
Dear Loving Lord,
I am feeling stress, I am worried.
Too many things occupy my mind.
Won't you help me?
Show me Lord, your order and your plans, are eternal.
Let me trust in your will alone.
Your word tells me where there is love, there is no fear.
Let me be filled with your love.
The perfect love that tells me I am not condemned, but I am saved.
I can do all things through you.
You Strengthen me.
In Jesus name, Amen
I am feeling stress, I am worried.
Too many things occupy my mind.
Won't you help me?
Show me Lord, your order and your plans, are eternal.
Let me trust in your will alone.
Your word tells me where there is love, there is no fear.
Let me be filled with your love.
The perfect love that tells me I am not condemned, but I am saved.
I can do all things through you.
You Strengthen me.
In Jesus name, Amen
Amen.