The Fruit Of The Spirit - A Detailed View

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT-A DETAILED VIEWNAME

(Galatians 5:22-23)DEFINITION OTHER

SCRIPTURESGREEK DEFINITION

Love Not just emotions or feelings. It’s a decision to commit for the well being of others, unconditionally.

John 15:12-14 Agape: Love which seeks the highest good of others.

JOY Not based on circumstances. Obtained by doing the will of God. Like sharing the gospel, fellowship with others.

1 Peter 1:8,9 Chara: Gladness, delight, a special presence of God.

PEACE This is the state of assurance, lack of fear provided only by God. Also is the unity between believers. Freedom from worry and oppressive thoughts

Philippians 4:7 Eirene: Peace between individuals, harmony, unity

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PATIENCE Slowness in avenging wrongs. The quality which keeps the believer from responding to negative situations out of hatred and anger etc.

1 Thessalonians 5:14-15

Makrothumia: Long suffering, bearing fruits without complaint

KINDNESS The eagerness to put others at ease. A sweet and attractive temperament that shows friendly regard.

Proverbs 11:16-17

Chrestotes: Merciful, easy to bear, morally good and upright

GOODNESS Selfless desire to open yourself and generous to others even they don’t deserve it.

Titus 3:8 Agathosune: Useful, generous






FAITHFULNESS Firm devotion to God, loyalty to friends, discharging responsibilities properly, the belief that Jesus died for our sins.

Revelation 2:10b

Pistis: Trust, conviction

GENTLENESS Humble non threatening demeanor that derives from a position of strength and authority, and is useful in calming another’s anger. This not being weak and passive.

1 Peter 3:15 Prautes: Humble, meek

SELF-CONTROL Restrain one’s emotions, actions and desires, and to be in harmony with the will of God. Self control is God’s will, not living for one’s self.

Titus 2:11,12 Egkratea: Being in control of one’s self



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The Fruit Of The Spirit - A Detailed View