Good day, everyone, and welcome to Leisure Lane. I hope all is well with you and you’re ready to receive some good insights into a full and abundant life.
Today, I’d like to share a new book I’ve just finished – Walking in the Fruit of the Spirit: Releasing the Nature and Power of God in Your Life, by Gloria Copeland.
About a month ago, I kept seeing references to the fruit of the Spirit popping up almost everywhere I turned. So, when this book was being previewed for its launch, I knew I had to be a part of this, and realized, “I better read this.” Has that ever happened to you – where you keep seeing the same number or time, or “something”? When that happens to me, I know it’s God trying to get my attention.
I’ve read many books by Gloria Copeland, and I can honestly say she has a frank, yet loving way of spiritually guiding. Her writing style easily glides you through her books, so you can soak up the essential meaning without being bogged down with just a lot of words of which you’re trying to make sense. She bases all her teachings on Biblical Scripture, and gives the scriptures for your convenience in referencing them for yourself.
Walking in the Fruit of the Spirit is no exception – it’s easy to read, while touching on each important aspect of living a full and abundant life that’s full of the fruit of God. I especially like the “Speak Your Faith” affirmations at the end of each section, making it personal for me. She breaks down each fruit – Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, and Temperance – explaining their importance and the power each one holds.
If you are looking for more of God’s power and fruit in your life; if you are looking to improve your life in a more positive direction no matter where you are at the moment, this book is a great way to begin. The fruit of the Spirit are a way of life, not religious tradition or a formula; but when put into practice, power by which to live a more full and happy life.
Oh, and by the way; since reading it, the phrase, fruit of the Spirit has stopped popping up in front of me. Coincidence? I think so, in the real meaning of the word – something that coincides with something else for a particular purpose.
Thank you for joining me today. I hope this review has heightened your interest. God bless you, and…
Until next time, may happy days abound!
Marianne
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