The Fruit Of Goodness

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The Fruit Of Goodness

Galatians 5:22-23

December 13, 2020 • Pastor Ronald H. Gann

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There is more to being a Christian than carrying a name. As "little Christs," believers ought to look and behave like the BIG Christ. And this is where the Fruit of the Spirit come into play in the life of a believer (Gal. 5:22-23). The fruit of goodness, along with all the other fruit for that matter, characterized the life and ministry of our Lord. It is an excellence of character that seeks to "do" good and "be" good for the practical benefit of others.

The Fruit Of Love

November 1, 2020 • Pastor Ronald H. Gann

The fruit of love is more than just a feeling. It's a verb predicated on a conscience choice to purposely, sacrificially, compassionately, and unconditionally care for the needs of others. Stated differently, biblical love deliberately expresses itself in compassionate ways and seeks the welfare of others, even at the expense of one's own. It is compassionate, unconditional self-sacrifice at work. Does your life exhibit love, the highest of the Christian virtues?

The Fruit Of Joy

November 8, 2020 • Pastor Ronald H. Gann

Fruit reflects the quality of the tree that produced it. If the fruit of Christian love is an action (and it is) then the fruit of joy is an attitude. Christian joy is a state of mind, not a feeling; it’s an attitude, not an emotion. The joy of the Lord that we have as believers is not dependent upon what happens to us or the circumstances around us. It is something Christians exhibit even in the midst of utter unhappiness and unspeakable sorrow.

The Fruit Of Peace

November 15, 2020 • Pastor Ronald H. Gann

The Fruit of Peace is that settled contentment that knows that no matter the anxiety of the situation, God is sovereignly in control—that He is not an absentee landlord. It’s is a supernatural assurance that believes that God will work all things out for good for those who love Him—either in this life or in the life to come. It is that inward tranquility that puts us spiritually at ease even with the things around us are anything but. It is that trusted confidence in God’s flawless wisdom and in His infinite power to calm the storms in our life, no matter how ferocious they are. Do you exhibit this fruit? Is it possible for a redeemed person not to have a peaceful heart?