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A Parable for Romans 6-9: The Two Gardens There was once a man who inherited two gardens.
The First Garden (Romans 6) The first garden was wild. Thorns grew between the rose bushes. The vines strangled the fruit trees. The man would work all day cutting back the overgrowth, but by morning, it had returned. He was exhausted.
One day, an old gardener came to him. “You are fighting a losing battle,” he said.
Romans 6: The Death That Sets Us Free Why this chapter should shape your every morning
There’s a moment in Romans 6 where Paul isn’t just teaching theology—he’s confronting a crisis. He’s just spent five chapters building the most beautiful argument for grace: we are saved by faith alone, not by works. And right when you might think he’s done, he asks the question that every new Christian whispers:
“So should I keep sinning?
📖 Morning Bible Brief: Romans Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Fruits of the Spirit in Romans Love “Hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 5:5
Key Verses:
Romans 5:5 - Hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:35-39 - Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?
Fruits of the Spirit: The Complete Guide The9 Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22-23
What Are the Fruits of the Spirit? The Fruits of the Spirit are nine qualities that flow from a life surrendered to Jesus Christ. They are not something we can manufacture on our own - they are the natural result of the Holy Spirit working in us.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
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Fruits of the Spirit: When Love Meets a Broken System A U.S. veteran adopted an orphan from Iran over 50 years ago. She grew up American in every way that matters. Now she faces deportation.
The Story A U.S. veteran adopted an orphan from Iran over 50 years ago. She grew up in the Midwest, attended church every Sunday, and learned to love America from her father who served in the Air Force during World War II.
The Fruits of the Spirit An original poem
When the Spirit dwells within my heart, He plants a garden, a sacred art, Nine precious fruits begin to grow, A harvest only His love can sow.
Love is the root, the foundation laid, The tender mercy that never fades, It gives and gives without a trace, A reflection of the Master’s grace.
Joy is the sunshine after rain, A steady hope that nullifies pain, Not based on what the world may bring, But rooted in the eternal King.
📖 Morning Bible Brief: Acts Explore how the Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control - come alive in the book of Acts. Daily reflections on Gods Word.
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Fruits of the Spirit in Acts ❤️ Love “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” — 1 Corinthians 13:4