Nov 21 2009
Known by My Fruit
Greg Laurie, one of my favorite Christian pastor and teacher, wrote a devotional about the fruit of the spirit. It’s a well known passage among Christians. The passage is in Galatians 5:22 and it’s one of verse that’s difficult to apply in my life. Essentially, the fruit of the spirit ought to be automatic if I’m a true follower of Christ. But sometimes, I fall short. I quote Pastor Greg:
Instead of love, is there hatred, bitterness, or even prejudice in your life? Instead of joy, is there constant gloom? Instead of peace, is there turmoil? Instead of gentleness, is there a short temper? Instead of faith, is there endless worry? Instead of meekness, is there pride and arrogance? Instead of self-control, are you a victim of your own passions?
But here’s the kicker:
If so, then either you don’t know God at all or a recommitment to Christ would be in order.
If I fall short, I need to recommit to Jesus! I thought once I’m saved, I’m done. Apparently, it’s not enough! My salvation must bear fruit. Otherwise, I’m not truly saved.
