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How do we know that the fruit of the Spirit is real?

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The fruit of the Spirit is evident in the lives of believers as love, joy, peace, and other virtues manifest through their actions.

The fruit of the Spirit, as described in Galatians 5:22-23, is the visible representation of what is on the inside of a believer. This fruit includes qualities such as love, joy, peace, and gentleness, which can only be genuinely produced by the Holy Spirit working within a person. This transformation signifies that a believer has been born again and possesses a new nature, contrasting sharply with the works of the flesh, which are manifested in unregenerate individuals. The presence of this fruit is crucial for identifying true believers.
Scripture References: Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Corinthians 7:9-10

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Works and Fruit
Todd Nibert · Jan 6, 2016
Fruit
Todd Nibert · Jan 20, 2021