Fruit of the Holy Spirit
- 1.1 Definition and Characteristics
- Definition: The fruit of the Spirit refers to the Christlike qualities that the Holy Spirit produces in the life of a believer.
- Scriptural Basis: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control” (Galatians 5:22-23).
- Key Points:
- The fruit is a natural byproduct of a life surrendered to the Spirit.
- It contrasts with the works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21).