Often times, we hear how Love is the Greatest of them all (1 Corinthians 13:13). We see how it is always placed before the "fruits of the spirit" as we call it. But we see that in Galatians 5:22, it is the singular usage of the word "fruit".
What does this tell us about the Love? The love that God is shared abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit? It encompasses everything. I'm timely reminded of the Beatle's song "All you need is Love", well how true it is! Many things people do for Love, the Bible tells us that "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."- John 15:13
The Father has given up His Son for us, so like him, let the things that we do, the reason we live be Love. Loving our father in heaven in relationship, may our lives fulfill the call to be sons [and daughters] (Romans 8:15), above all else. In that love will we glorify him in joy, a joy in service and worship to Him. Knowing well that His arms are open wide, waiting for us to dwell in Him.
Joy is Love's Strength
Peace is Love's Security
Patience is Love's Endurance
Kindness is Love's Conduct
Goodness is Love's Character
Faithfulness is Love's Confidence
Gentleness is Love's Humility
Self-Control is Love's Victory"
(Ron DePriest. The Spiritual Mentor. Destiny Image Publishers, Incorporated. 2005.)
Let us learn more about our Father in Heaven, Loving Him more each day, glorifying Him in our relationship with Him today!
As a son in his Father's Service,
-Caleb
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