The very concept of “self-control” implies a battle between a divided self. It implies that our “self” produces desires we should not satisfy but instead “control.” God has given us the fruit of self-control because our own self can desire and crave for things that are ungodly or harmful.
"Self-Control"
Part 10
April 16, 2023 • Mason Adair • Galatians 5:22–23, 2 Timothy 2:7, Titus 2:11–12, 1 Corinthians 9:24–27, Hebrews 4:14–16
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"Gentleness"
April 2, 2023 • Mason Adair • Romans 3:23–27, Galatians 5:22–23, Ephesians 4:1–3, 1 Peter 2:22–24, Isaiah 53:7–8
Gentleness is probably the most neglected fruit of the Spirit. We live in an age of outrage. If outrage and anger is the spiritual diagnosis, then the fruit of gentleness is the medicine. If there was ever a time when Christians need to display and exercise gentleness… IT’S NOW!
"Faithfulness"
March 26, 2023 • Mason Adair • Acts 20:22–27, Galatians 5:22–23, Lamentations 3:22–23, Hebrews 12:1–2
To be faithful is to be reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Our words, promises and vows should matter. This message looks at how God delights not mainly in the greatness of the work, but in the faithfulness of the worker.
"Goodness"
March 19, 2023 • Mason Adair • Galatians 5:22–23, Galatians 6:10, Titus 3:4–8, Matthew 25:26–29
God does not rescue us from sin and give us His Holy Spirit for us to then do nothing. He means for His people to give their lives, and what precious time we have, to “do good.” This message looks at the importance of the Holy Spirit in our good deeds we do as Christians.