by Kevin Burton Self-control is the final Gift of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5:22-23. It is potentially the most confusing. This is the ninth and final part of our series. Self-control is an easy enough concept, but the self part could throw us off. The power is not in self. It …
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Fruit Of The Spirit: Faithfulness
by Kevin Burton One who is faithful is “steadfast in affection or allegiance” and “firm in adherence to promises or in observance of duty.” Those are the first two definitions given by Merriam-Webster. Mine is “consistently reliable.” God is all these things and more. A Christian yielded to the Holy Spirit will …
Fruit Of The Spirit: Goodness And Godliness
by Kevin Burton The English word “good” is not derived from the word “god” etymologists tell us. But for the sake of defining reality, keep those two words linked. That which comes from God, or submits and conforms to the word of God is good. All else is not. That’s the message of …
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Fruit Of The Spirit: Joy In Serving God
by Kevin Burton The fruit of the Spirit is the outgrowth of a life surrendered to Jesus Christ and in consistent pursuit of His will. Last month we went to Galatians 5:22-23 to look at that fruit (“Shopping For Fruit With Paul In Galatians,” June 12). We return to our series today to …
Shopping For Fruit With Paul In Galatians
by Kevin Burton Being a Christian goes deeper than displaying a cross. A true Christian is going to be different and look different. The Apostle Paul has a lot to say about what a Christian looks like. That’s why I’m going shopping today at a new grocery store. The sign out front reads, …
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