"But the fruit of the [Holy] Spirit [the work which His presence within accomplishes] is love, joy (gladness), peace, patience (an even temper, forbearance), kindness, goodness (benevolence), faithfulness,Gentleness (meekness, humility), self-control (self-restraint, continence). Against such things there is no law [that can bring a charge]. And those who belong to Christ Jesus (the Messiah) have crucified the flesh (the godless human nature) with its passions and appetites and desires."
Galatians 5:22-24 (Amplified Bible)
If you want to assess your character, the above is a summary of what good character entails. Many times we focus so much on our outward appearance more than what is on the inside-which is of more importance. True test of character is whether we are loving, joyful, peaceful, patient, kind, faithful, good, humble and self-controlled when the world around us is the opposite of these.When a collegue in your office seems to irritate you every waking minute, how do you react? When your spouse accuses you or rebukes you, how do you respond? Is it lovingly accepting your mistakes or honestly explaining yourself to them or do you give them silent treatment for days hoping that that is punishment enough for the mistakes done? When someone shoves you in the streets as you are walking, what is the first thing that comes out of your mouth? and many more instances!
Well, we should really evaluate ourselves and allow God to spread the love through us. Its not easy, but it is definately possible!! The world is a better place with alot more love in the air!
Blessings!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Friday, January 15, 2010
How do you keep your cool despite the un-cool around you?
Jeremiah 17:7-8
"But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fail to bear fruit."
Trust in the Lord always. He is as real as the trees you see and touch everyday. How do you trust him when every of your faculty screams for your attention and causes you to worry? Do your best and then leave the rest to Him. He will come through for you in amazing ways. When you surrender to Him, you will still be strong and will continue to bear fruit...at home, in the work place, in school, wherever! Infact, when you keep your cool, you'll find people telling you often, that you look like you don't have any problems. But only you and the Lord know better!
Trust Him today, and let His waters quench you with amazing rest and tranquility!
Be blessed!
"But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fail to bear fruit."
Trust in the Lord always. He is as real as the trees you see and touch everyday. How do you trust him when every of your faculty screams for your attention and causes you to worry? Do your best and then leave the rest to Him. He will come through for you in amazing ways. When you surrender to Him, you will still be strong and will continue to bear fruit...at home, in the work place, in school, wherever! Infact, when you keep your cool, you'll find people telling you often, that you look like you don't have any problems. But only you and the Lord know better!
Trust Him today, and let His waters quench you with amazing rest and tranquility!
Be blessed!
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