When the Holy Spirit controls our lives, he will produce this kind of fruit in us:
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Galatians 5:22-23 NLT
Sacrificial love results when serious disciples set out to walk in My steps.
A compassionate life toward others is the way Jesus lived on earth.
Why be content with merely going around? Go around doing good.
Invulnerable joy results when believing souls draw near My heart.
A cheerful life is the surest sign of My presence with you.
Why be satisfied with cheap thrills? Celebrate My inexpressible joy.
Incomprehensible peace results when desperate people kneel before Me.
A calm life is the consequence of letting God do what you cannot.
Why wring your hands in panic? Fold them in prayer.
Enduring patience results when trusting hearts believe My promises.
A courteous life keeps your light shining when you have blown a fuse.
Why rush like it all depends on you? Resign from My job and relax.
Empathetic kindness results from getting in synch with My Spirit.
A cordial life reflects your humble gratitude for My love for you.
Why run people down? They have battles to fight, just like you.
Lavish generosity results from sharing My resources with the needy.
A charitable life is what I expect of all who receive My care.
Why be stingy? The more you give, the more you are blessed.
Tenacious faithfulness results from focusing on My cross.
A consistent life is possible if you will rely on My reinforcing grace.
Why quit? I never give up on you—do not ever give up on Me.
Christlike gentleness results from accepting My invitation.
A considerate life is the hallmark of those who serve Me.
Why be harsh with others? I treat you with tenderness, so pass it on.
Supernatural self-control results from yielding to My Holy Spirit.
A controlled life is only possible if I am in the driver’s seat.
Why crash and burn? Surrender to My guidance—get safely home.
© Pastor Johnny R. Almond
Day 343, Gentle Whispers from Eternity
Comments
Dear Lord, how we need You to control our lives!
Thank You for producing fruit in our lives. Sometimes we get so discouraged, but Your faithful patience with us keeps us going.
Help us to walk in Your steps.
We rejoice in drawing near to You.
We kneel in desperation before You - thank You for the peace You bring.
We cling to Your promises - we surrender to You. Only You can do miracles! We cannot.
Help us to bless others with kindness and to share what we can with others, for Your glory only.
Thank You that You never give up on us. Give us the grace to not give up and to hold onto You and not giving up on You.
Your gentleness is a balm. Thank You.
We need Your supernatural self-control - we surrender to Your guidance - You will get us safely Home.
Thank You God, in the Name of Jesus Christ, who can never be defeated, amen.