But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against such things (Gal 5:22-23 ISV). As disciples of Christ, it is for us to ensure we acquire and live the fruit of the spirit. We must be loving gentle people, not easily angered, faithful to Christ and share His Word with the world. For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth; (Eph 5:9). Living the fruit of the spirit sets us apart from the world in terms of behaviours and values.

I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, that as we, the church live in and operate in unity, the world will see the love of Christ in action. People around us: our neighbours, colleagues, family and friends will recognise the goodness of God, His righteousness and truth in the way we relate to them, and our lives and testimony will lead people know Jesus Christ as Lord. I pray we will examine ourselves that we might be worthy of our vocation. In Jesus’ name. Amen.