The fruit of peace is also closely related to the other fruits of the Spirit. For example, love and peace are intricately linked. Without love, we cannot have true peace. Love requires us to put others' needs before our own, to forgive others, and...
Peace Is A Gift From God
Peace is a sense of calmness and tranquility amid chaos. We can experience peace by trusting in God's plan and surrendering our worries to Him. We can also promote peace by being peacemakers in our relationships and seeking reconciliation. Peace is...
Cultivating Joy And Gratitude
Joy And Gratitude One of the essential ingredients for cultivating joy is gratitude. When we focus on the good things in our lives and appreciate them, we create a positive mindset that allows us to see more of the good. Gratitude helps us to find...
Joy Is A Gift From God
Joy Is A Choice Joy is a choice that we make. Even when our circumstances are less than ideal, we can choose to focus on the good things in our lives and to trust in God's goodness and faithfulness. Joy is not a feeling that comes and goes based on...
Joy And Love Are Inseparable
Joy Comes From Within Joy is a feeling of happiness that comes from within, regardless of our external circumstances. We can cultivate joy by focusing on God's goodness and faithfulness, and by finding contentment in all situations. Joy is a key...
Agape: The Fruit of the Spirit in Action
Wisdom is the application of knowledge. It is not enough to simply know without applying that knowledge to your life. Agape must always be love in action but what does that look like? What does that look like for you? Selflessness Generosity...
The Fruit of Unconditional Love
The Implications of Agape The implications of agape are profound for our lives as Christians. If we are called to love others with a selfless and sacrificial love, then this must shape how we think and act towards others. As Jesus says, “By this...
Fruit of the Spirit – Agape Continued
Agape is a love that is characterized by selflessness and generosity. Agape focuses on what one can give to others, rather than what one can receive. This kind of love is not dependent on the worthiness or desirability of the person, but freely...
The Fruit of the Spirit – Agape
Love is the foundation of all the fruits of the Spirit. We are called to love God and love others as ourselves. Love is not just an emotion, but an action that we show towards others. We can display love by...
Does God Answer Prayer?
I suppose it really depends on who you ask as to what kind of response you will get. Some will answer with a hearty amen. Others may be more hesitant, while some may betray their doubt. "God seems to hear the prayers of others but for me it's like...
Connect with Dave
Please know that I love to speak with my Father and to bring others before Him in prayer. I have this unfailing belief that He both hears and answers the prayers of His children.
Use the contact form to let me know how I might be of service to you.