When we have turned from sin by repentance, have our sins washed away by baptism in Jesus name, and have received the gift of His Spirit, we have access to the ways of God that we did not have before. (Acts 2:38, Romans 8:14)
By His Spirit, we can feel love for the unlovable, strength in temptation, forgiveness for the unforgiveable, patience in turmoil, wisdom and direction in the midst of confusion, and joy and peace no matter what the situation. The key is to stay full of His Spirit. (Romans 8:9)
"I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing." - John 15:5
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law." - Galatians 5:22-23
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." - Philippians 4:13
"But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy." - James 3:17 KJV
"And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:7
"And the disciples were filled with joy, and with the Holy Ghost." - Acts 13:52
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