TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
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
Read: Galatians 5:22-23
Listen: Galatians 5
TODAY’S MESSAGE
We continue our 2022 Bible Memory Practice with a new verse today. So far, we’ve studied the power of Scripture memory to help us follow God’s Word and not sin (Psalm 119:11) and the promise of God’s continued work in us until Christ returns (Philippians 1:6). We focus next on some of the specific work God desires to do in us to grow us to be more like Jesus through the fruit of the Spirit.
Paul visits Galatia and establishes new churches during a missionary journey. After he leaves, legalistic teachers insist that new believers should follow Old Testament law elements to be saved. Paul writes Galatians to counter these claims and reminds them salvation is simply faith in Jesus Christ. Paul then teaches how the power of God through the Holy Spirit will empower them to grow more like Jesus.
This is the context we find the fruit of the Spirit. Paul picks traits Jesus-followers should display. But rather than a to-do list to earn God’s favor, these are things the Spirit will grow in us. We don’t develop these by merely trying to be a “good Christian.” Instead, the Holy Spirit produces these virtues in our lives as we allow God to be in charge of our entire lives.
IN YOUR CHAIR TIME TODAY
Begin memorizing this month’s verse and practice it aloud with a friend or family member. Ask God to help you share this verse with others throughout this month. Share it to encourage someone or ask to practice it with them. A practice of sharing the verse with others reminds us that Scripture memory isn’t just for us—but a way for God to use what we’re learning to help another.
2022 BIBLE MEMORY PRACTICE
Develop spiritual roots and tap in the power of God’s word by memorizing monthly a Bible verse!
GALATIANS 5:22-23
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.
