This is a brief lesson to aid in getting to know the meaning of ‘temperance’. The American Standard Version [(ASV) in 1901] was the first to translate egkrateia as ‘self-control’ in Galatians 5:23. Since that time modern translators have done the same. However, this lesson will focus on temperance as found in the King James Version.
Category: fruit of the spirit
The “Fruit of the Spirit” is the divine nature of God that works through us for all to see. This topic is first on purpose as it is not taught enough.
Agape Love; the Genuine Love of God is True Love
If you do not have the Holy Spirit, you do not have agape love. Agápē is the only form of love gifted by God (to those who have faith in Him).
Gentleness; Learn How to Use This Godly Quality Better
Gentleness is a Godly quality that all should learn to use. It pairs well with love! Revised: Saturday, September 16, 2017 Nav: Fruit of the
Faithfulness in the Time of Little Faith in God
A faithful person can be trusted in all things. Especially in devotion to God. Additionally, they are dependable in the workplace, at home, to family (especially in marriage), and at all times.
Goodness from God – Are You Absolutely Good Without It?
Does goodness from the Holy Spirit help you become a better good person? God is perfectly good. The Spirit’s goodness empowers us to be good like God.
Peace – Live Free From Worry in the Peace and Joy of the Holy Spirit
Peace from God’s Spirit is a result of your faith. Those born again have The Creator of all things living within. No other peace compares to this; does the thought of this bring you peace?
Patience from God Will Help You Endure Life Troubles and Live Forever
Patience allows us to go through all things with genuine joy. It teaches us to wait on the Lord and not act or react too soon. Do you have Godly patience?
Kindness – Be Kind – Fruit of the Spirit
Kindness is goodwill. It is an act done gladly to ease the sorrows of people in need. Kind (Godly) people find joy in giving to supply the needs of others.
Fruit of the Spirit – You Are the Light of the World; Let Your Light Shine
Fruit of the Spirit: For others to know you are a child of God people must see God in/through you. You must live in a way that is holy [from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 (4)]. That does not mean you must/should wear a cross, carry Bibles, speak in tongues, or use religious words. In other words, let your fruit-bearing life show that you are a child of God. You are the light of the world, let your light [fruit-bearing life] shine! – Bishop Tim
Joy from the Spirit; Now Make Heaven Your Hope
Spiritual joy is a lasting joy, a joy based on Spiritual things and our promise of eternal life in heaven. Children of promise, find joy in the Lord.
