Quotes from The Fruitful Life

 

The Fruitful Life: A Unique Look at the Fruits of the Spirit

My newest Bible study is called The Fruitful Life:  A Unique Look at the Fruits of the Spirit.  This book is a study on the fruits of the spirit and their common opposites.  Those nagging sins like impatience, anxiety, and indulgence which seem to hang around no matter what I do to prevent them.  I’m writing each chapter with a personal story, then a look at God’s way, Jesus’ example, and the Holy Spirit’s empowerment.  I know I can’t get past my nagging sins without God’s help.  I’m writing this book to help you and me uncover hidden sins and grow closer to God.

Here is a sneak peek of quotes from each chapter:

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3 Easy Ways to Prepare for Lent

3 Easy Ways to Prepare for Lent

How are you preparing your heart for Lent this year? Growing up in the church, I experienced Lent as a season of solemn contemplation.  As a girl I was taught to consider my sins and how much I needed Jesus’ redemption on the cross.  This practice of inward-seeking has stayed with me over the decades. … Read more