Day #18
But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives. Let us not become conceited, or provoke one another, or be jealous of one another.
Galatians 5:22-26
Lord, pour your Spirit out over all our marriages and homes. May our families be like orchards, bearing the fruit of your presence and life. May they be full of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control. Help us to nail our self-centred desires and anxieties to the cross – and leave them there. As we have found life by your Spirit, may we know your voice and follow the leading of the Spirit, remaining open to you and your grace every moment.
Amen.