Awakened to Deliver – The Fruit of the Spirit, Day 1: What Makes Peace a Fruit of the Spirit?
Key Verse: Galatians 5:22-23 (NASB 2020) – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
Episode Highlights
- Defining Biblical Peace: True peace (shalom) means wholeness, harmony, and completeness—not just the absence of conflict.
- Jesus, the Source of Peace: John 14:27 and John 16:33 show that Jesus offers peace the world cannot give, even amid tribulation.
- Why Peace Is a Fruit of the Spirit: Peace reflects the character of God and is cultivated in us through the Spirit as we walk with Him.
- Peace vs. Worldly Calm: Spirit-filled peace is unshakable and rooted in God’s presence, while worldly peace is circumstantial and fleeting.
- Peace as a Testimony: Living in Spirit-filled peace testifies to God’s presence in our lives and becomes a powerful witness to the world.
Scripture References
- John 14:27 – Jesus gives us peace, not as the world gives.
- John 16:33 – In Him we have peace, despite tribulation.
- Isaiah 9:6 – Jesus is called the Prince of Peace.
- Romans 8:6 – A mind set on the Spirit leads to life and peace.
- Philippians 4:6-7 – The peace of God guards our hearts and minds.
Reflection Questions
- How do you currently define peace in your life? How does this align with the biblical definition of peace?
- Are there areas where you’ve been striving for worldly peace instead of surrendering to Spirit-filled peace?
- What steps can you take this week to invite the Holy Spirit to produce deeper peace in your heart and life?
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