January 7
When you produce much fruit, you are my disciples. This brings great glory to my father. – John 15:8 (NLT)
DISCIPLES PRODUCE MUCH FRUIT
A poem and essay by ILMA
What fruits of the Spirit have you been bearing?
Is it love, joy, peace, or kindness the Lord has given?
Are you still struggling with self-control or gentleness?
Are you responding devotedly to God’s faithfulness?
When you produce much fruit, you are his disciples
You have authority over sin and the tactics of the devil
These fruits bring great glory to the heavenly Father
Bless those around you especially your sisters and brothers.
The term “disciple” means a pupil, an apprentice or a student. How can you distinguish a mere follower from a disciple? According to the bible, a true disciple of Jesus produces much fruit. In Galatians, we are told about what the fruits of the Holy Spirit is: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Anyone can follow Jesus but not all are disciples. The bible gives us a gauge or measure of the true believer of Christ. They exhibit the fruits of the Spirit in their lives. They truly obey and apply what they have heard. They are doers and not just hearers of the word of God. They honor God and give him glory by aligning their lives to God’s and following his instructions.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for all the fruits of the Spirit.
REFLECTION
How can we be a true disciple?
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