“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. Give... Continue Reading →
Fruits of the Spirit: Patience
Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” The MacArthur Study Bible: “patience. The ability to endure injuries inflicted by others and the willingness to accept irritating or painful situations.” Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8-9 “Better is the end of a... Continue Reading →
The Fruits of the Spirit: Peace
Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” The MacArthur Study Bible: “peace. The inner calm that results from confidence in one’s saving relationship with Christ. The verb form denotes binding together and is reflected in the expression “having... Continue Reading →