BY THEIR FRUITS YOU SHALL KNOW THEM

 

Matthew 7:15+

From the Catechism of the Catholic Church:

1832 The fruits of the Spirit are perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. the tradition of the Church lists twelve of them: "charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity."

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SO...ask yourself when others speak to you, especially when they give you advice or counsel,

"Does this person live in the Holy Spirit?"

Anyone who strives to follow the Word of God receives GIFTS from the Holy Spirit that, when exercised, manifest to others as these FRUITS.

1. Are you always seeking fault, or loving?
2. Are you depressed, or joyful?
3. Are you aggressive, or peaceful?
4. Are you abrupt, or patient?
5. Are you cruel, or kind?
6. Do you do evil, or good?
7. Are you greedy, or generous?
8. Do you ride roughshod, or act with gentleness?
9. Are you two-faced, or faithful?
10. Do you strive to be sexy in dress and manner, or are you modest?
11. Do you yield to every impulse, or mindfully practice self-control?
12. Do you flaunt or misuse your body, or act chastely?

Each of us should always strive to use our gifts wisely.  When we do, our very being will become a light to others.