The fruit of the Holy Spirit

In our teaching series on the fruit of the Holy Spirit, we have noted that the word for fruit is fruit singular, meaning one fruit with many segments. As we study God’s word, there is always something new to learn.

I have taught on the fruits of the Holy Spirit for many years, always treating them as separate entities. Understanding them as one fruit has been really enlightening. The second new concept is understanding that the fruit is agape love, God’s unconditional love, which is described by the different segments of the fruit. I would like to share with you the outline I have been quoting that describes how this concept works.

Love is the blossom; without love, the fruit will not develop.

Joy is love rejoicing
Peace is love trusting, love resting
Patience is love enduring
Kindness is love serving
Goodness is love extending
Faithfulness is love proving
Gentleness is love touching
Self-control is love restraining

May you know God’s blessing as you pray and meditate over this definition of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.

Remember, we must be connected to the Lord Jesus, He is the Vine, we are the branches.

Pastor Roger