Fruits of righteousness can be known through their alignment with God's Word and the testimony of a changed life.
The authenticity of fruits of righteousness is determined by their conformity to biblical truth and the transformative impact they have on an individual’s life. The Apostle Paul points out that these fruits are not merely superficial but must derive from a genuine work of the Holy Spirit and be evident in one's daily conduct (Ephesians 5:8-10). True fruits manifest characteristics such as love, goodness, and a distaste for sin, which correlates directly with one's change in heart and mind, as it is God who works in believers both to will and to do of His good pleasure. This relationship ensures that the fruits are not self-generated but are reflective of a believer’s vital connection to Christ.
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