New Year's resolutions are all the rage and sadly most don't go past the end of January. I would like to suggest a resolution that you can start your year with that may just help with all your other resolutions. This year, practice adding the fruits of the Spirit to your daily life and see what a difference it makes to your everyday living. Remember the fruit is for you to EAT of it and like any good fruit, it nourishes your body.
Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
KittensCushion.
I am flat broke from overspending at Christmas time. But I need to go shopping again soon because I am completely out of self-respect. I've said things I wish I could take back and I am not feeling too good about myself.
I also want to exchange a carton of self-righteousness for an equal amount of humility. I hear that it is less expensive and wears well, and while I'm at it, I'm going to check on tolerance and see if there is any available in my size.
I must remember to try to match my patience with the little I have left. My neighbour is loaded with it and it looks awfully good on her. I was told the same department has a repair shop for mending integrity. Mine has become frayed around the edges from too much compromising. If I don't get it refurbished soon, there won't be any left.
I almost forgot the most important thing of all - compassion. If I see some - no matter what the colour, size or shape - I'm going to stock up heavily regardless of the price. I have run out of it so many times and I always feel ashamed when it happens.
I don't know why it has taken me so long to get around to shopping for these items. They don't cost nearly as much as some of the frivolous things I bought at Christmas time. And I'll get a lot more satisfaction from them.
Yes, I'm going shopping today and I can leave my chequebook and credit cards at home! The things I'm looking for have no price tags. What a joy!
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control." (Galatians 5:22-23a)
PRAYER:
Father God, you are the giver of all good things. I pray to ask you to give me the fruits of the Spirit. Help me to love, be full of joy, peace, and patience. Help me be kind, good, faithful, and gentle when dealing with others. And finally, give me the self-control to bear the fruit so others can see. Amen.
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Listen to this message about the Truth About The Fruit of the Spirit - By Pastor Gregory Dickow
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