Galatians 5:22–23 (NLT) — 22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives:

love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

23 gentleness, and self-control.

There is no law against these things!

Galatians 5:22–23 (The Message) — 22 But what happens when we live God’s way?

He brings gifts into our lives,

much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—

things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity.

We develop a willingness to stick with things,

a sense of compassion in the heart,

and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people.

We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments,

23 not needing to force our way in life,

able to marshal and direct our energies wisely.

May God, Who began a good work in you, continue to be at work in your life,

guiding, teaching and equipping you until Jesus returns.

 May your love and compassion continue to grow—

a love that is full of knowledge and wise insight,

so that you will be able to recognize what really matters,

and live a pure and blameless life.

May you live a life centered in the Holy Spirit, a life that bears rich fruit—

love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, tolerance and self-control—

all the good things that come from living in God’s Holy Spirit,

for living this way will bring much glory and praise to God—

Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Amen.