Though God does not need self-control, He is still the source of it in us.

Gentleness deserves far more praise as a fruit of the Spirit than it usually receives.

God is faithful even when we are not, but believers can, should, and will grow in such faithfulness.

The fruit of goodness carries the weight of God’s perfect integrity.

Kindness should be an evident fruit of the redeemed because it is the nature of redemption.

It is the gospel which gives us the ability to be patient and so we must return regularly to the cross of Christ.

Peace stems from our relationship with God, but when we rest confident in it, this fruit will be evident in the rest of our lives.

The duty to delight is really a gift from God.

Love is a major indicator of the work of God’s Spirit in our lives.

What do you boast in? What is the defining metaphor of your life?