Part 5: Goodness

Refresh: what the world needs now

PART 5

“I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint.” Jeremiah 31:25 (NIV)

• God desires the fruit of the Spirit for us, not from us.

“Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.” John 15:4 (ESV)

How do we abide in God’s goodness?

1. Express thanks to God.

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever.” Psalm 136:1 (NIV)

2.  Remember what God has done.      

“I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds.” Psalm 77:11-12 (NIV)

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 (NIV)

3.  Get involved with God’s work.

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.” 1 Peter 4:8-11 (NIV)

MY NEXT STEP TODAY IS: 

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This week’s Reading Plan and blog/podcast:

• YouVersion® Bible App Reading Plan:
  “Fruit of the Spirit” (6 days)   

• Blog and Podcast: “The Goodness of God”