This summer we have been studying the Fruit of the Spirit. Galatians 5:22-23 reads, "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." Each week this summer we have placed a piece of "fruit" on our tree and memorized a corresponding Bible verse. Throughout that week, we focused on that character trait, identifying when we see it and when we have failed to live it. I enjoy doing this because instead of saying "Joshua, quit bugging your sister!" 100 times a day. I can firmly but gently say "Let us make every effort to do what leads to peace." (Romans 14:20). Just a side note-it is very hard to use an unkind tone or raise your voice when you are speaking God's Word. Because we are also memorizing these verses, they know exactly what I am saying to them. It is so important to bring the Scriptures to life for our children, to teach them that the Bible is God's authortative Word and that it is the standard for living. This week the children are on goodness (I am still working on patience!).
