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God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

Doctrine is useless if it is not accompanied by a holy life. It is worse than useless; it does positive harm. Something of ';the image of Christ' must be seen and observed by others in our private life, and habits, and character, and doings.
J.C. Ryle

A Partial Inventory of Spiritual Fruit. A desire and ability to: 1. Pursue God's glory (1 Cor. 10:31). 2. Mature in Christlikeness (1 Pet. 2:2). 3. Be kind to others (Eph. 4:32). 4. Restore relationships (Mt. 5:9). 5. Rejoice in the Lord (Phil. 4:4). 6. Persevere through trials (Jas. 1:2-3). 7. Suffer persecution for Christ (2 Tim. 3:10-11). 8. Delight in God's commandments (Psm. 119:47). 9. Read, study, memorize, listen to and meditate on the Bible (Jos. 1:8). 10. Share your faith (2 Tim. 4:5). 11. Be patient with others (1 Thes. 5:14). 12. Contribute to church unity (Eph. 4:3). 13. Desire goodness (2 Thes. 1:11). 14. Pray without ceasing (1 Thes. 5:17). 15. Faithfully prioritize church (Heb. 10:23-25). 16. Prefer others (Rom. 12:10). 17. Surrender fully to Christ (Lk. 9:23). 18. Act faithfully (Gal. 5:22). 19. Serve in the church (1 Cor. 12:7). 20. Experience true peace (Gal. 5:22). 21. Be a committed marriage partner (Col. 3:18-19). 22. Love God and others (Mt. 22:37-39). 23. Guard your heart (Pr. 4:23). 24. Manifest a tempered spirit (Tit. 2:2). 25. Exercise self-control (Gal. 5:23). 26. Grow in the knowledge of God (2 Pet. 3:18). 27. Repent of known sin (Lk. 13:5). 28. Develop biblical wisdom (Eph. 5:15). 29. Examine yourself (1 Cor. 13:5). 30. Practice hospitality (Rom. 12:13). 31. Be humble (1 Pet. 5:6). 32. Work hard with integrity (Col. 3:23-24). 33. Act with gentleness (Gal. 5:23). 34. Manage your home (1 Tim. 3:4). 35. Instruct and discipline your children biblically (Eph. 6:4). 36. Listen more than you speak (Jas. 1:19). 37. Want Christian fellowship (Ac. 2:42). 38. Speak wholesome words (Col. 4:6). 39. Encourage others (1 Thes. 5:11). 40. Be an example for others (1 Tim. 4:12). 41. Forgive others (Mt. 6:12). 42. Fast (Mt. 6:16). 43. Hate evil (Rom. 12:9). 44. Be filled with the Spirit (Eph. 5:18). 45. Support missionaries (3 Jn. 1:7-8). 46. Engage in spiritual warfare (Eph. 6:13). 47. Sacrifice with your finances (2 Cor. 8:3-5). 48. Experience hope (Heb. 6:11). 49. Sing spiritual songs (Eph. 5:19). 50. Develop biblical convictions (Jas. 4:17). 51. Commit to pure doctrine (Tit. 2:1). 52. Desire God's will (Jn. 4:34). 53. Be thankful (Col. 3:15). 54. Submit wherever necessary (Eph. 5:21). 55. Prioritize spiritual things (Col. 3:1-2). 56. Long for our Lord's return (Rev. 22:20). Note: Our hearts must always be examined as much of this can be produced in the flesh.
Randy Smith