Fruitful
Cultivating a Spiritual Harvest That Won't Leave You Empty (The Gospel Coalition)
A Devotional for Harvesting God-Given Spiritual Fruits
As Christians, we long for a spiritually fruitful life. However, our attempts to work more and hustle harder only leave us feeling weary and worn. Thankfully, God's word supplies the nourishment we so desperately need. As we abide in Jesus, he fills our emptiness with an abundant crop of spiritual fruit.
Through the trusted voices of several female bestselling authors, editors, and Bible teachers, this 40-day devotional explores each of the 9 fruits of the Spirit found in Galatians 5. Every daily reading includes a related verse to ponder, a theologically rich reflection, additional Bible passages to read, and a prayer. This short format provides listeners with an easy-to-use devotional resource, filled with substantial biblical counsel for harvesting God-given spiritual fruit.
Unpacks Each Fruit of the Spirit: Pulling content from Galatians 5 and other Scripture passages, this book is deeply biblical and theologically rich. Great for Individuals and Groups: Devotions are perfect for personal use or as a tool to encourage a group of friends. Devotional: Each of the 40 readings includes reflections, responses, and prayers. Recipes: Recipes from the contributors' kitchens for fruit dishes to make at home. Contributions by Trusted Voices: Melissa Kruger, Abbey Wedgeworth, Lydia Brownback, Courtney Doctor, Megan Hill, Winfree Brisley, Lindsey Carlson, Blair Linne, Trillia Newbell, and Sharonda Cooper.
- Opening Credits
- Introduction
- Day 1: Pursue a Better Dream
- Love
- Day 2: Love Begins with God
- Day 3: Love Came Down
- Day 4: Love Changes Everything
- Day 5: Let Love Be Genuine
- Joy
- Day 6: True Joy Doesn't Fade
- Day 7: Jesus Has This
- Day 8: Find Joy When Life Hurts
- Day 9: Rejoice Always
- Peace
- Day 10: God Designed You for Peace
- Day 11: You Need Two Kinds of Peace
- Day 12: Peace Comes from Trust
- Day 13: Be at Peace with All
- Day 14: Abide in Jesus
- Patience
- Day 15: Wait on the Lord
- Day 16: Look in the Right Direction
- Day 17: Enroll in the School of Patience
- Day 18: Time Is Short
- Kindness
- Day 19: Kindness Might Surprise You
- Day 20: Jesus Frees You to Be Kind
- Day 21: Put Off and Put On
- Day 22: Kindness Is Not Random
- Goodness
- Day 23: Show Us Your Goodnes
- Day 24: Goodness Requires Practice
- Day 25: Goodness Looks Good on You
- Day 26: Share the Goodness!
- Day 27: Suffering Leads to Fruitfulness
- Faithfulness
- Day 28: Take Small Steps toward God
- Day 29: Suffer Faithfully
- Day 30: Don't Wear the Faithfulness Mask
- Day 31: Faithfulness Isn't a Lonely Fruit
- Gentleness
- Day 32: The Spirit Makes Us Gentle
- Day 33: Suffering People Need a Gentle Savior
- Day 34: Gentleness Is Your Calling
- Day 35: Gentleness Helps Others Honor God
- Self Control
- Day 36: Learn to Say No
- Day 37: Only Eat the Best Bread
- Day 38: Self-Control Keeps You Safe
- Day 39: Self-Control Bears Fruit
- Day 40: Flourish with Fruit for Tomorrow
- Closing Credits