Monthly Articles

Written by: Sister Edna Ellison

The question is, what does it mean to be a “Faithful” servant? One definition is to remain firm in one’s belief and support. There are so many instances in the Bible which describes a faithful servant. There are also instances where God shows his faithfulness toward us. Matthew 25:27-29 is where Jesus is using the metaphor of financial success to communicate what it means to be His servant. His parable imagines the gifts He will give to His servants on earth—natural ability, skills, resources, money, assets—as things to invest. This is very much why the word “talent” is used in modern English as a reference to God-given abilities. He wants us to use those blessings to deepen our faith in Himself, to increase His glory on the earth, and hopefully to grow His church.

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Written by: Sister Rose Bryant

Why do we practice goodness? We practice goodness because it is the will of God and one of the portions of The Fruit of the spirit. In Galatians 5:22-23 it says, “But the Fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, GOODNESS, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

Goodness is a positive, loving and caring attitude revealed through our kindness, our good deeds and our character. Know that, when we act out of true goodness of the heart and reflect the fruit of the Spirit, we are obedient to God’s commandments and when we practice it or apply it to our lives it glorifies the Father, and it blesses others.

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Written by: Sister Maxine Shackelford

Guiding Scripture: “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them.” Matthew 7:12 ESV

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 ESV

Kindness- (n.) the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.

Kindness – from a biblical stance; is selfless, compassionate, and merciful; its greatest power revealed in practice to our enemies and amongst the least of these. Love your neighbor; show kindness to EVERYONE.

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Written by: Sister Joann Greene

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, PATIENCE, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23

PATIENCE IN PRACTICE

Psalm 86:15 describes God’s relationship with His people this way: “But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.”  So, while sitting in my room thinking about the slice of the spiritual fruit of patience, I was reminded of a story about a young lady – someone very near and dear to my heart. She was involved in a romantic relationship that any young girl would have enjoyed being part of. Her young fiancé was a military man and always looked so handsome when dressed in uniform. She knew he was the right man for her even though they were not evenly yoked. Her parents had given them their approval to get married, and they were married six months later.

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Written and researched by: Sister Myrtice Robinson

The Apostle Paul gives us a lifestyle picture of a “Holy Spirit” filled life of a Christian through his letter to the Galatians. Highlighting what he called the “Fruit of the Spirit.” He was given permission by God to list nine characteristics that reap a harvest of nourishing fruit in the life of a believer. They are Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-control. Each slice of the fruit will show you where you are in Christ, how to relate to others, and will give you more understanding of how to think, act, and be like Christ. The results will be a “Sweet” heart!

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Article researched by: Sister Patricia Smith, guided by the Holy Spirit

“Practicing Peace

Galatians 5:22-23 tells us, “The Spirit produces love, joy, PEACE patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility and self-control.” This year The Grandmothers of Hope Ministry is focusing on the Fruit of the Spirit and how it relates to our Christian faith.

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Article researched by: Sister Edna Ellison

“Practicing Joy

Nehemiah 8:10 tells us that the Joy of the Lord is my strength.  Joy comes with our relationship and trust in God.  Joy enables us to experience others as Jesus did. Psalm 16:11 says “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence with eternal pleasures at your right hand.”

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Article researched by: Sister Myrtice Robinson

“Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen.” 1 John 4:20 NIV

““Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2

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Article written and researched by: Sister Myrtice Robinson

“Either make the tree good and its fruit will be good, or make the tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is known by its fruit.” (Matthew 12:33 CSB)

Jesus said mankind is known by their fruit. “The Apostle Paul mentions “the fruit of the Spirit” that Christians should work to cultivate in their heart and mind.” Apostle Paul lists nine behaviors in Galatians 5: 22-23; “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” These are the result from the work of the Holy Spirit in a Christian’s life.

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Article written and researched by: Sister Maxine Shackelford

“For unto to us a child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6

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