I want my life of faith to be marked by....
I am currently leading a small group bible study called "Hoping for Something Better". I have greatly enjoyed the group study so far and sadly we have only two weeks left. The entire lesson is built around the book of Hebrews focusing on how Jesus is indeed the "Something better" we all long for. This past weeks assignment was on Hebrews 11 and ended with the following question. Finish this sentence: I want my life of faith to be marked by.... So, after much prayer and pondering I had a response. My study and experience thus far tells me that the characteristics in Galatians 5:22 called the fruits of the spirit are measuring devices in which true faith and dependency on God can be observed. If these characteristics are not exhibited in my behavior and personality, in my interaction with others, then my commitment to God and relationship with Jesus is not primary in my life and therefore my faith is not growing. My prayer and deepest desire is that these qualities ar...