Fruit of the Spirit
Each Fruit of the Spirit is a characteristic of the Holy Spirit’s active presence in our daily activities. Use these thought-provoking scriptures as devotionals as you journey on your spiritual path. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things, there is no law.” – Galatians 5:22-23
Love: An intense feeling of deep affection.
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (NIV)
Joy: A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
Paul prays, “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NIV)
Peace: Freedom from disturbance; quiet and tranquility.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 (NIV)
Patience: The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. But you, O Lord are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. Psalm 86:15 (NIV) 
Kindness: The quality of being friendly; generous, and considerate. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior. Titus 3:5 (NIV) 
Goodness: The quality of being good.
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life. Psalm 23:6 (NIV)
Faithfulness: Loyal, constant, and steadfast.
For we live by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NIV)
Gentleness: The quality or state of being gentle. Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. James 3:13 (NIV) 
Self-Control: The ability to manage your actions, feelings, and emotions. You, however, are controlled not by the sinful nature but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you.
Romans 8:9 (NIV)
