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Fruit of the Spirit: Joy

October 12, 2017 Leave a comment

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I have an acquaintance who always has a smile on her face, no matter what she is going through. I must admit that this joy is very attractive and I wish I could exude this characteristic more wholeheartedly. This lead me to think of the song that says “I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down deep in my heart.” […]

The Fruit of the Spirit

October 17, 2013 Leave a comment

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“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” Galatians 5:22-25 Have there been times […]

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