‘Apostle Paul The Prisoner.’
a) Ephesians 3:1. For the benefit of the Gentiles.
b) Ephesians 4:1; 2 Timothy 2:9; Philemon 1:1. For serving the Lord.
c) Ephesians 6:20. Still preaching the Gospel Message as Christ’s Ambassador.
d) Acts 28:20. Because of his Hope in God.
e) 2 Corinthians 11:23. Often in prison.
f) Philippians 1:13; 2 Timothy 1:8; Philemon 1:9. Because of Christ.
g) Colossians 4:3. Seeking opportunity to preach the Gospel there.
h) Colossians 4:18. Requesting the Church’s prayer.
(Through this QT: Apostle Paul The Prisoner I am challenged not to complain when I go through difficult times)
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‘We Need To Follow The Correct Way.’
Galatians 5:19-23.
a) Galatians 5:19. The Bible clearly states what are the Works of the Flesh.
b) Galatians 5:19-21. The Works of the Flesh are:-
1- Evil desire.
2- Unclean things
3- Wrong use of the senses.
4- Idolatry.
5- Use of strange powers.
6- Hatred.
7- Rivalry.
8- Anger.
9- Strife.
10- Divisions.
11- False Teachings.
12- Envy.
13- Murder.
14- Drunkenness.
c) Galatians 5:21. The people who do such things will have no part in the Kingdom of God.
d) Galatians 5:22-23. The fruit of the Holy Spirit is:-
1- Love.
2- Joy.
3- Peace.
4- A Quiet mind.
5- Kind acts.
6- Well doing.
7- Faith.
8- Gentle Behaviour.
9- Control over desires.
e) Galatians 5:23. Against this Fruit there is no law.
(This Second one reminds me that I Need To Follow The Correct Way)
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Chris.
As True Believers we need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. If our lives are submitted to the Word of God and to the Holy Spirit it then becomes possible for us to produce the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This should be our desire and also our commitment.
