Thesis: If saved, you have the Holy Spirit and will bear fruit of His presence.
I. PERSONAL ATTITUDES a. Love * Reflective of Christ's work on cross * Not emotional * Self-sacrificing care for another * Doesn't apply self standards to another * Lay-life down for another * Mark of true salvation - 1 John * Same as love Christ shows b. Joy * Spiritual reality, not circumstancial * Sourced in Christ, not in world c. Peace * Tranquility of mind with reference to standing before God * Rest in God's sovereignty (goes to trusting in Him)
II. PERSONAL ACTIONS a. Patience * long-suffering in trials b. Kindness * Treating others gently c. Goodness * Pure behavior * Moral excellence
III PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES a. Faithfulness * Loyal and trustworthy in commitments * Consistent in stewardships entrusted with b. Gentleness * Tenderness of heart allowing interaction with others * Goes to being submissive and teachable c. Self-Control * Ability to not give in to desires
CONCLUSION Are you marked by spiritual fruit? Is it reflective in your heart and motives?
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