Abundant Life | The Fruit Of The Spirit | Peace

February 11, 2024

Abundant Life | The Fruit Of The Spirit | Peace

Preacher:
Passage: Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)

Is your heart troubled?

The presence of the Holy Spirit is the source of peace

But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:26-27 (NIV)

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (NIV)

And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 (NIV)

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 (NIV)

Peace comes from practicing being in the presence of the Holy Spirit

“Being under stress is like being stranded in a body of water. If you panic, it will cause you to flail around so that the water rushes into your lungs and creates further distress. Yet, by calmly collecting yourself and using controlled breathing you remain afloat with ease.”

Alaric Hutchinson, Living Peace: Essential Teachings For Enriching Life

Be an non anxious presence in a troubled world

Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Galatians 5:25 (NIV)