4 Bible Verses

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.
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Galatians 5:22-23KJV
This is the primary biblical passage describing the fruits of the Spirit. It lists nine specific spiritual qualities that develop in a believer's life through the Holy Spirit's influence. This verse is the foundational text for creating a fruits of the Spirit poster.
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
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John 15:5KJV
Jesus uses a metaphor of a vine and branches to illustrate how spiritual growth occurs. This verse emphasizes that producing spiritual fruit is dependent on maintaining a close relationship with Christ. It provides context for understanding how the fruits of the Spirit are developed.
Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.
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Matthew 7:16-17KJV
This verse speaks to the importance of spiritual fruit as evidence of a person's true character. It suggests that a person's spiritual condition can be understood by observing the qualities they demonstrate, which aligns with the concept of fruits of the Spirit.
Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.
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Philippians 1:11KJV
This verse connects spiritual fruit directly to Jesus Christ and highlights that the ultimate purpose of bearing spiritual fruit is to glorify God. It provides additional context for understanding the spiritual significance of these qualities.

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