“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Galatians‬ ‭5:22-23 NIV

This week I want us to meditate on the fruits of the spirit. As we await the birth of our Lord and savior, let’s check the posture our hearts and minds. Today we will focus on our peace. Do you have peace in your hearts and minds?

You may be anxious and anticipating the busyness of the coming weeks. Or Maybe grief is crippling you in joining others for celebrations. Or maybe there is a family situation that needs mending. Or maybe you have peace and you’re meant to be a shining light to those in need. Whatever our posture we can go to God with anything; “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬-‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

One week before my surgery I had the pleasure of enjoying a peaceful run along some beautiful cotton fields like this one pictured below. Cotton is a fiber that grows around the seed of a cotton plant. Beautiful white cotton fields look so peaceful prior to harvest. Let’s plant God’s word in our hearts today so that His peace can be like an interwoven fiber in our minds.