Disciples Guide October 8, 2023

Watch Sermon - October 8, 2023

​1. What does it mean to "walk by the Spirit" as mentioned in these verses? How can we practically apply this concept in our daily lives?
 

​2. The passage lists nine characteristics as the "fruit of the Spirit." Which of these traits do you find most challenging to cultivate in your life, and why?

3. How do the fruit of the Spirit contrast with the "works of the flesh" mentioned earlier in Galatians 5:19-21? What can we learn from this comparison?

4. In your opinion, why is love listed as the first and foremost fruit of the Spirit? How does love play a central role in the Christian life?

5. How can we encourage one another within the church community to bear more fruit of the Spirit and support each other in our spiritual growth?

6. What are some practical steps or habits we can adopt to nurture the fruit of the Spirit in our lives? Share any personal experiences or strategies that have been helpful to you.

7. Do you think that the fruit of the Spirit is a lifelong process of growth, or can we expect to fully embody these characteristics at some point in our Christian journey?

8. The passage mentions that there is no law against the fruit of the Spirit. What do you think this means, and how does it relate to the freedom we have in Christ?

9. How can we help others who may be struggling with certain aspects of the fruit of the Spirit? What role does mentorship and discipleship play in this process?

10. In what ways can the fruit of the Spirit impact our relationships with non-believers and our ability to be effective witnesses for Christ?

11. Reflect on a time when you experienced the fruit of the Spirit in someone else's life, and it had a positive impact on you. What did you learn from that experience?

12. What is the significance of the Holy Spirit's role in producing these characteristics in our lives? How can we deepen our relationship with the Holy Spirit to bear more fruit?