How you should be known

S - Scripture     

Matthew  7 v. 16a. You will know them by their fruits.  

O - Observation     

Although God does not want us to Judge folks, he does want us to be aware of folks and what they are about.  So the best way to size someone up is by the fruits that they bear.  How do they manage their kids? How do they handle tough situations? What are they about? How do they approach work/school? Most importantly, How do they approach Jesus?  Galatians 5 v. 22 says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control”, Being in possession of these fruits will make a statement about who you are.  

A - Application    

So what is my fruit? Am I ripe with the Fruit of the Spirit? What is people's perception of me?   

P  - Prayer    

Jesus, Help me to be a basket full of Spirit filled fruit.  Love Will.

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