Monday Aug 18, 2025
The Fruit of the Spirit
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Galatians 5:22-23 gives us a glimpse of the Spiritual Fruit God wants to grow in and through us. This list isn’t exhaustive, but it’s a good summary of the Fruit that will grow in the life of a Christian – a Godly Character. Some of these characteristics, or “Fruits,” are Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control.
As we deepen our relationship with Jesus and allow His Spirit to nourish us, we will naturally start becoming more and more like Him. But just like it takes time for some fruit to grow, the same is true with Spiritual Fruit in our lives. So be patient with yourself. Spiritual Fruit will begin to show up in the way we love others, extend kindness, remain patient, and seek peace. Over time, we should notice our lives taking on the beautiful character of Jesus more and more, and give us just the encouragement we need to show that we truly belong to Christ.
The growth of all these Fruits of the Spirit leads to our growth in Holiness. Having these Fruits in our lives will make the Beauty of God’s Holy Character shine through our everyday lives.
One way to check in on our Spiritual Growth is to look at the Fruit we are producing. Are we becoming more loving, patient, and joyful? Do we find ourselves desiring to be kind, gentle, and faithful? If so, we’re on the right path, making steady (even if slow) progress in becoming more like Jesus.
Hale Ministries
Andi and Brian Hale have a long history of ministry service, including 20+ years for each of them as AWANA Leaders and Teachers. Andi directed the Zion Evangelical Church Choir for 10 years and is now on the Praise Team for the largest church in Texoma (North Texas and Southern Oklahoma). She has had the opportunity to sing and pray with Avalon and Casting Crowns and landed the lead role in GREASE (50+ version) as Sandy at Wichita Falls Backdoor Theater. Brian has a long history in the media, including Radio, TV, Newspaper, PA Announcer, Social Media and On-Stage in front of thousands. As website designers of more than 25 years, they are always eager to help answer any questions you might have.
Together, Brian and Andi are out to prove that you can still have fun in your 50’s in this crazy, upside down world we live in today, as long as we keep our focus on Him, the One who created us for a purpose!
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