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The fruit of the Spirit are not feel-good vibes or moral must-haves. They result from a seismic worldview. They grow from faith taking root in our souls.

While self-control might sound like a call to perfection, at its core self-control values the gospel more than our desires of the moment.

Gentleness as a fruit of the Spirit is not about being soft or timid. It involves humbly accepting what God gives without self-promotion or ambition.

Faith as a fruit of the Spirit is not a feeling or belief, but a transformative worldview based on four core convictions.

Goodness as a fruit of the Spirit isn't doing random acts of kindness. Goodness is an active pursuit of what is right and holy in both speech and action.

Kindness as a fruit of the Spirit is not good deeds. Rooted in understanding God's kindness, it's intentionally acting to benefit others.

Patience as a fruit of the Spirit results from belief. We are longsuffering because we fix our hope on the promises of the gospel.