The Fruit of the Spirit: Introduction

The Fruit of the Spirit: Introduction

Galatians 5:16-18

  • Introduction
  • A Command to Obey (v. 16a)
    • Walk by the Spirit
  • A Promise to Embrace (v. 16b)
    • By recognizing our deficiency
    • By realizing our dependence
    • By relying on His deliverance
  • A Battle to Observe (v. 17)
    • Flesh vs. Spirit
  • A Relationship to Pursue (v. 18)
    • not defined by our relationship to the law
    • defined by our relationship to God
    • fruit is the result, not the means
  • Applications — Some Challenges as we Begin