Understanding the Fruit of the Spirit: Peace in Galatians 5:22-26
Explore the concept of peace as one of the fruits of the Spirit according to Galatians 5:22-26. Delve into the characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit and how peace, along with love, joy, and others, manifests in one's life. The New Testament is highlighted as a book of peace, emphasizing the importance of peace in various aspects of life, from relationships to harmony with God.
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The Fruit of the Spirit PEACE - Galatians 5:22-26
Galatians 5:22-26 - KJV 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. 24 And they that are Christ s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. 26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another. 2
Strong & Vine on the Fruit of the Spirit Strong - Gk. karpos - fruit (as plucked), literally or figuratively:- fruit. Vine - metaphorically, of works or deeds, fruit being the visible expression of power working inwardly and invisibly, the character of the fruit being evidence of the character of the power producing it, Matt. 7:16. As the visible expressions of hidden lusts are the works of the flesh, so the invisible power of the Holy Spirit in those who are brought into living union with Christ (John 15:2-8,16) produces the fruit of the Spirit, Gal. 5:22, the singular form suggesting the unity of the character of the Lord as reproduced in them, namely, love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness, temperance, all in contrast with the confused and often mutually antagonistic works of the flesh. 3
Characteristics of the fruit of the spirit Love Joy Peace Longsuffering Kindness Goodness Faithfulness Meekness Temperance FAITH GUAGE 4
New Testament a Book of Peace Peace is from the Greek word eirene Occurs in 104 verses of the KJV New Testament and found at least once in every NT book, except 1 John Vine - It describes (a) harmonious relationships between men, Romans 14:19 (b) between nations, Luke 14:32 (c) friendliness, 1 Corinthians 16:11 (d) freedom from molestation, Luke 11:21 (e) order, in the State, Acts 24:2; in the churches, 1 Corithians14:33 (f) the harmonized relationships between God and man, accomplished through the gospel, Acts 10:36 (g) the sense of rest and contentment consequent thereon, Romans 1:7 Commonly used in greetings - Grace and peace I Corinthians 1:3; Galatians 1:3; Ephesians 1:2 Philemon 1:3; 2 Peter 1:2; Revevalation 1:4 5
Peace Comes From God Lasting Joy and Peace have their source from God - Only in Him can this be maintained God in Heaven is the God of peace Romans 15:13, 33; Philippians 4:7, 9 1 Thessalonians 5:23; Hebrews 13:20, 21 2 Corinthians 13:11 From Jesus Christ John 20:19, 21, 26 Trust in God by obedient action Romans 2:10 6
Peace Comes From Right Relationships in all Spheres of Life Between man and God Romans 5:1; Colossians 1:20 Between Jew and Gentile Ephesians 2:14-17 Between members of the Lord s body Romans 14:19; Ephesians 4:3 Colossians 3:15; 2 Timothy 2:22 Between man and man Romans 12:18; 1 Corinthians 7:15; Hebrews 12:14 7
Peace Comes through Unity in Truth Unity is good and pleasant Psalms 133:1-3 This unity is based in Divine Truth and is commanded John 17:17 - thy word is Truth Philippians 2:1-8; Romans 12:16 1 Corinthians 1:10-12; 11:18; 2 Corinthians 13:11 Philippians 2:1-4; 3:16; 1 Peter 3:8-11 Fleshly mindedness will not bring unity in Truth 1 Corinthians 1:10-13; 3:1-5 8
This Peace is not just Absence of War This peace is the inner peace that comes from knowing one is in favor with God Romans 5:1 This peace is different than what the world seeks or gives John 14:27 The world cannot comprehend this peace Philippians 4:7; Colossians 3:15 The mind that is set on the Spirit, is life and peace Romans 8:5-13 9
We must Diligently Seek & Pursue Peace We must make every effort to seek Peace Matthew 5:9; 1 Peter 3:11 Hebrews 12:14; Psalms 34:14 Our eternal welfare depends on being found in Peace 2 Peter 3:14 Peace is based on Love - the first and second commandments Matthew 22:34-40 10
The Heart of the Matter Divine Priority of Love: Man s 1st - 2nd - 3rd - Matthew 22:34-40 God Neighbor Self 11
Conclusion Peace is an integral part of the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22). Peace is not merely the absence of conflict (a cease-fire), it is also the abiding presence of tranquility and harmony. Peace is to be the umpire that rules in our hearts over matters of real or potential conflict (Col. 3:15). Christians are called to live peaceably with all men (Rom. 12:18 ). The peace we have with God dispels antagonism toward others. We cannot be at peace with God while at war with members of His one body (the church). So, our spiritual development demands that we cast off every attitude and deed that spawns and spreads strife, which God hates (Prov. 6:16-19). Take the initiative and make peace. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God (Matt. 5:9). 12
What Shall We Do? Acts 2:38 Alien sinners must Hear the Gospel Romans 10:17; Hebrews 11:6 Believe it John 8:24 Repent of sin Acts 17:30 Confess that Christ is God s Son Matthew 10:34 Be baptized to wash away your sin Acts 2:38 An erring child of God must Repent and Pray for Forgiveness 1 John 1:7-9 Endure Trials - be faithful unto death Revelation 2:10
