The Fruit Of The Spirit

Fruit of the Spirit
(Galatians 5:22-23)

Love
Love is not based on emotions or feelings.  It is a decision to be committed to the well being of others without any conditions or circumstances.
Other Scriptures:  John 15:12-14
Greek Definition:  Agape -  Love which seeks the highest good of others.

Joy
Joy is not based on financial success, good health, or popularity.  By obeying God's will, fellowship, ministering to others, and sharing the Gospel, believers will experience will experience joy.
Other Scriptures:  1 Peter 1:8, 9
Greek Definition:  Chara - Gladness, delight, a special presence of God.

Peace
Peace is a state of assurance, lack of fear, and sense of contentment.  It is fellowship, harmony, and unity between individuals.  Peace is freedom from worry, disturbance, and oppressive thoughts.
Other Scriptures:  Philippians 4:7
Greek Definition: Eirene - Peace between individuals, harmony, unity.

Patience
Patience is a slowness in avenging wrongs.  It is the quality of restraint that prevents believers from speaking or acting hastily in the face of disagreement, opposition, or persecution.
Other Scriptures:  1 Thessalonians 5:14, 15
Greek Definition:  Makrothumia - Longsuffering, bearing trials without complaint.

Kindness
Kindness is an eagerness to put others at ease.  It is a sweet and attractive temperament that shows friendly regard.
Other Scriptures:  Proverbs 11:16, 17
Greek Definition:  Chrestotes - Merciful, easy to bear.  Morally good and upright.

Goodness
Goodness is the selfless desire to be open hearted and generous to others above what they deserve.
Other Scriptures:  Titus 3:8
Greek Definition:  Agathosune - Useful, generous.

Faithfulness
Faithfulness is firm devotion to God, loyalty to friends, and dependability to carry out responsibilities.  Faith is the conviction that even now God is working and acting on one's behalf.
Other Scriptures:  Revelation 2:10b
Greek Definition:  Pistis - Trust, conviction.

Gentleness
Gentleness is a humble non-threatening demeanor that derives from a position of strength and authority, and is useful in calming another's anger.  Gentlesness is not a quality that is weak and passive.
Other Scriptures:  1 Peter 3:15
Greek Definition:  Prautes - Humble, meek.

Self-Control
Self-control is to restrain one's emotions, actions, and desires, and to be in harmony with the will of God.  Self-control is doing God's will, not living for one's self.
Other Scriptures:  Titus 2:11,12
Greek Definition:  Egkrateia - Being in control of one's self.


Acts Of The Sinful Nature
(Galatians 5:19-21 and Colossians 3:5-9)

• Sexual Immorality 
• Impurity
• Debauchery
• Idolatry
• Witchcraft
• Hatred
• Discord
• Jealousy
• Fits of Rage
• Selfish Ambition
• Dissensions
• Factions
• Envy
• Drunkenness
• Orgies
• Lust
• Evil Desires
• Greed
• Anger
• Malice
• Slander
• Deceit

Source: Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps & Time Lines, Rose Publishing
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