Key Verse:

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.”

— Galatians 5:22–23

Rooted Truth:

The Spirit’s presence in your life is proven not by gifts or achievements—but by fruit.

Faith Story:

When the famous preacher Charles Spurgeon was once asked how to recognize a true Christian, he replied:

“The fruit of the Spirit is the only infallible test of life within.”

It’s easy to display religious activity—church attendance, service, words—but the true evidence of righteousness is character. The fruit of the Spirit is not something we manufacture; it’s something God produces when we abide in Him.

Love that gives, joy that endures, peace that calms, patience that waits, kindness that blesses, faith that stands—these are the marks of a Spirit-filled believer.

If the soil of our hearts is right, the Spirit’s fruit will always grow.

Scripture for Deeper Roots:

John 15:8 – “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.”

Romans 8:9 – “Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.”

Ephesians 5:9 – “For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth.”

Daily Practice:

Read Galatians 5:22–23 slowly. Ask God to highlight one fruit He wants to cultivate more deeply in you today. Pray specifically for that fruit to grow through your thoughts, actions, and reactions.

Daily Prayer:

Holy Spirit, produce in me the fruit that brings glory to the Father. Let my love be pure, my peace unshakable, my patience long, and my joy full. I yield my life to You—grow in me what only You can grow. Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• Which of the Spirit’s fruits do you see growing strongest in your life?

• Which one seems weakest, and what might be hindering it?

• How can you stay yielded to the Spirit so His fruit flows naturally through you?

#DeeplyRooted #DailyRenewed

Devotions for a Grounded and Growing Faith