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The Holy Spirit Grieves When…

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Heart

I cherish darling sins.

I care for worldliness rather than spiritual matters.

I do not repent, ask and pray for forgiveness from God.

I let Satan rule over me rather than Christ Jesus.

In My Church

I bring my gossip, criticism, jokes and foolishness.

I steal somebody else’s attention from the divine message delivered.

I do not contribute to the solemnity of the worship.

I deprive others of my talent and ministry for God’s cause.

In My Home

I do not set an example as a living testament to God’s love.

I do not mold my household towards God’s will and commandments

I bring home idols that lessen my family’s love for God.

I do not care  for my neighbor.

In My Classroom

I mismanage my studies at the expense of my better future.

I ignore the wisdom shared by my teachers.

I disregard the principles of Christian education.

I do not use my best abilities for God’s glory.

In My Workplace

I selfishly insist my own ways and ideas.

I secretly manipulate transactions for my own benefit.

I do not work hard for the best of my department.

I do not give the best service or product to my clients.

In My Community

I do not contribute to spiritual and moral revival.

I do not cooperate for unity, peace and prosperity.

I do not live up to the truth and faith I profess.

I delay what I can change NOW.

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Are You Jesus?

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When I was sad and lonely you came to cheer me,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I was sick you are there to comfort me,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I was in need of money you are ready to lend,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?.

When I was hungry you  bought for me some groceries,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I was hopeless you encouraged me to go on,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I was rude and mean you kept silent,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I’ve done wrong against you, you always forgive,

this I thought you are Jesus.

When I was lost you took time to find me,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I was stubborn you were very patient with me,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I do not have a place to live you let me stay,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I’ve done terrible sin you did not judge me,

this I asked: Are you Jesus?

When I wanted to run my life without God you were sad,

this I thought maybe you are Jesus.

When you did all these, I was not only blessed; but,

you made Jesus real to me.

LORD, Help me to be….

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Every person encounters their own personal struggle, and they each respond to it in their own unique way. Some may choose to confront it directly, while others may seek excuses or attempt to escape. However, there is no need to despair, as there is a benevolent God whom we can turn to for support. By asking God for assistance, we can strive to become individuals who spread His love and compassion to others.

Lord, as I struggle against the power of darkness, help me to be…

…  like Abraham who became the Father of Faith.

… like Jacob who wrestled with God to be blessed.

…  like Enoch who was able to “walk with God.”

…  like Noah who was able to keep his family intact.

… like Joseph who fear to do wrong before God.

… like Moses whose faith can divide the sea.

… like Joshua who can make the sun stand still.

… like Jehoshapath whose leadership is exemplary.

… like Hannah who was able to do what she promised.

… like Elijah who can call fire and rain from heaven.

… like Ruth who was devoted to her family.

… like Nehemiah whose leadership is extra ordinary.

… like Esther who was ready to die for God’s people.

… like Job who overcame the worst crisis in life by faith.

… like David who became the Friend of God.

… like Solomon whose wisdom is incomparable.

… like Daniel whose prayerfulness is able to see the future.

… like Hosea who was a consistent forgiver.

… like John the Baptist who prepared the way for the Messiah.

… like John who is very close to Jesus.

… like Andrew who can easily introduce someone to Jesus.

… like Stephen who is filled with the Holy Spirit.

… like Paul whose missionary work is undefeated.

… like Jesus who have set us an example.

And if ever I may not be like all of them at least be one, just one.

The Christ Followers’ Prayer

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Lord, grant me the qualities of the Great Church  Leaders of the past.

The faith of Abraham,

the strength of Samson,

the wisdom of Solomon,

the boldness of John the Baptist

the courage of David,

the zealousness of Paul,

the cleverness of Joshua,

the enthusiasm of Timothy,

the patience of Job,

the firmness of Daniel,

the affection of John the Beloved,

the persistence of Hosea

the endurance of Moses,

the prayerfulness of Ephaphras,

the single-mindedness of Enoch,

the loyalty of Noah,

the leadership of Nehemiah.

If these qualities have proven success in

spiritual leadership, with a humble heart,

 grant them to me Father, I pray in Jesus name.  Amen.

WHEN GOD TAKES AWAY

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We desire many things in life. Many of these desires are out of our unfulfilled needs and envy-rooted wants. When we are so into these desires there grows our obsession and addiction. When we cannot have these desires, we begin to be irrational, angry and mad. The more we become such the more we destroy our life. There are things that we desire that we thought are good for us, but God the Father who is omniscient, all knowing will always give the best for his child, and that is you.

God took away my shallow happiness,

and substitute it with heavenly joy.

God took away my egotistic ambitions,

and transform it with other-centered mission.

God took away my short-sighted dreams,

and exchange it with far reaching visions.

God took away my earthly wealth,

and supersede it with heavenly treasures.

God took away my limited intelligence,

and upgrade it with divine wisdom.

God took away my worldly wants,

and convert it with His godly will.

God took away my hostile aggressiveness,

and change it with enduring patience.

God took away my insisting selfishness,

and succeed it with selfless love.

God took away my stubborn pride,

and replace it with utmost humility.

God took away my foolish failings,

and restore it with second opportunities.

God took away my hideous sins,

and barter it with free salvation.

God took away my unpleasant fears,

and replace it with cheerful hope.

God took away my chilly hopelessness,

and swap it with fire-tested faith.

God took away my frightful death,

and trade it with eternal life.

When God takes away, from Him the best is come.

Copyright 2007 Marvin Marcelino        Prepared for Life Ministries

Matrix of Material Blessings

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Money often sparks conflicts, stirring tensions within families, between neighbors, among communities, in businesses, within governments, and even on the global stage. On its own, money isn’t inherently bad; it’s the way people interact with it that makes all the difference. The real issue lies with us humans: when greed creeps in and contentment fades away, trouble brews. This trouble takes the shape of envy and jealousy, feeding into more conflict and strife among us. Remember, money itself isn’t the problem; it’s the love and greed for money that lead to trouble.

Now, let’s talk about money itself. It’s a tangible thing, something you can hold and spend. Some folks have a little or none at all, while others seem to have more than they know what to do with. Take a moment to think about where you stand: if you’re on the lower end, lean left; if you’re craving more, lean right. Below, you’ll see a chart illustrating material wealth. Let’s follow the advice from the Holy Writ and aim to find contentment with what we have.

The issue of money seems to keep popping up time and again among us. You know what they say about repeating problems, right? It’s like that old saying about insanity: doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. It’s like intelligence takes a back seat or something.

And you know what? It’s kinda like addiction, too. The addict just can’t get enough, always craving more, while the dealer is right there, ready to profit off someone else’s struggles. It’s like a vicious cycle.

But you know what really gets me? A lot of times, poverty and tough times are blamed on laziness. Sure, there are some folks who might not put in the effort, but there are also those who take advantage of someone else’s tough luck for their own gain. And that’s where greed comes into play. It’s like a never-ending cycle of taking advantage of others’ misfortune.

I hoped you find yourself in the matrix and change if you need to be and live contented and have peace of mindful.

GOD ASKS…

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WHERE ART THOU? Genesis 3:9

Where are you now in your spiritual life?

WHERE IS THY BROTHER? Genesis 4:9

What have you done to the people you’ve met in your life?

WHAT DOEST THOU HERE? 1King 19:9

What is your purpose and mission in the place you’re in?

WHAT IS YOUR LIFE?  James 4:14

Have you been living the life according to the will of God?

WHAT IS THAT IN THINE HAND? Exodus 4:12

Have you used anything by all means to do God’s will?

WHAT HAVE THEY SEEN IN THINE HOUSE? 2 Kings 20:15

Do you know what people say about you?

WHERE IS THY FLOCK? Jeremiah 13:26

Do you have followers in the faith you believed in?

WHAT YE THINK OF CHRIST? Matthew 22:42

Do you tell others about Christ and your relationship with Him?

WHY DISOBEY THE LAW? Matthew 15:3

Are you ignoring the law of God or trying to be above it?

WHAT MORE COULD I DO? Isaiah 5:4

What lacks God  for you to really believe and obey Him?

HOW WILL YOU ESCAPE? Hebrews 2:3

What and where will you be without God’s salvation?

WHAT IF YOU GAIN THE WORLD BUT LOSE YOUR SOUL? Matthew16:26

What is really important to you?

Marvin Marcelino  2007 All rights reserved

SET YOUR HEART

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by Marvin Marcelino

For DEDICATION and COMMITMENT Service

A DIALOGUE

Set Your Heart is a conversation between God, the Spiritual Overseers and the Chosen generation. The dialogue revolves in God reminding man of His being the God. The Spiritual Overseers then re-emphasizes God’s will, while the Chosen generation reasons out to justify their predicament.

RESPONSIVE READING

Group 1 Church Pastor/Elders

Group 2 Board Members/ Dept Head

Group 3 Members

ALL

Psa100:1   Shout praises to the LORD, everyone on this earth.

Psa 100:2  Be joyful and sing as you come in to worship the LORD!

Psa 100:3  You know the LORD is God! He created us, and we belong to him; we are his people, the sheep in his pasture.

Psa 100:4  Be thankful and praise the LORD as you enter his temple.

Psa 100:5  The LORD is good! His love and faithfulness will last forever.

GROUP 2

Psa95:1  Sing joyful songs to the LORD! Praise the mighty rock where we are safe.

Psa 95:2  Come to worship him with thankful hearts and songs of praise.

Psa 95:3  The LORD is the greatest God, king over all other gods.

Psa 95:4  He holds the deepest part of the earth in his hands, and the mountain peaks belong to him.

Psa 95:5  The ocean is the Lord’s because he made it, and with his own hands he formed the dry land.

Psa 95:6  Bow down and worship the LORD our Creator!

Psa 95:7  The LORD is our God, and we are his people, the sheep he takes care of in his own pasture. Listen to God’s voice today!

Psa 95:8  Don’t be stubborn and rebel as your ancestors did at Meribah and Massah out in the desert.

Psa 95:9  For forty years they tested God and saw the things he did.

Psa 95:10  Then God got tired of them and said, “You never show good sense, and you don’t understand what I want you to do.”

Psa 95:11  In his anger, God told them, “You people will never enter my place of rest.”

GROUP 1

Eze 36:31  You will remember your evil ways and hate yourselves for what you’ve done.

Eze 36:32  People of Israel, I’m not doing these things for your sake. You sinned against me, and you must suffer shame and disgrace for what you have done. I, the LORD God, have spoken.

Num15:39  These will remind you that you must obey my laws and teachings. And when you do, you will be dedicated to me and won’t follow your own sinful desires.

GROUP 2

Mat 15:19  Out of your heart come evil thoughts, murder, unfaithfulness in marriage, vulgar deeds, stealing, telling lies, and insulting others.

ALL

1Jo 1:6  If we say that we share in life with God and keep on living in the dark, we are lying and are not living by the truth.

1Jo 1:7  But if we live in the light, as God does, we share in life with each other. And the blood of his Son Jesus washes all our sins away.

1Jo 1:8  If we say that we have not sinned, we are fooling ourselves, and the truth isn’t in our hearts.

1Jo 1:9  But if we confess our sins to God, he can always be trusted to forgive us and take our sins away.

1Jo 1:10  If we say that we have not sinned, we make God a liar, and his message isn’t in our hearts.

GROUP 2

Luk 16:15  You are always making yourselves look good, but God sees what is in your heart. The things that most people think are important are worthless as far as God is concerned.

ALL MEN (Sing theme song) Change my heart)

GROUP 2

Psa 37:4  Do what the LORD wants, and he will give you your heart ‘s desire.

GROUP 3

Jer 20:9  Sometimes I tell myself not to think about you, LORD, or even mention your name. But your message burns in my heart and bones, and I cannot keep silent.

GROUP 1

Mal 2:2  You had better take seriously the need to honor my name. Otherwise, when you give a blessing, I will turn it into a curse. In fact, I have already done this, because you haven’t taken to heart your duties as priests.

GROUP 3

Psa 130:5  With all my heart, I am waiting, LORD, for you! I trust your promises.

Psa130:1   From a sea of troubles I call out to you, LORD.

Psa 130:2  Won’t you please listen as I beg for mercy?

Psa 130:3  If you kept record of our sins, no one could last long.

Psa 119:34  Help me to understand อ your Law; I promise to obey it with all my heart.

GROUP 2

Psa 130:7  Israel, trust the LORD! He is always merciful, and he has the power to save you.

Psa 130:8  Israel, the LORD will save you from all of your sins.

ALL LADIES  (Sing  song) Change my heart

GROUP 3

Psa 25:1   I offer you my heart, LORD God,

Psa 25:2  and I trust you. Don’t make me ashamed or let enemies defeat me.

Psa 25:3  Don’t disappoint any of your worshipers, but disappoint all deceitful liars.

Psa 25:4  Show me your paths and teach me to follow;

Psa 25:5  guide me by your truth and instruct me. You keep me safe, and I always trust you.

Psa 25:6  Please, LORD, remember, you have always been patient and kind.

Psa 25:7  Forget each wrong I did when I was young. Show how truly kind you are and remember me.

Psa 25:8  You are honest and merciful, and you teach sinners how to follow your path.

Psa 25:9  You lead humble people to do what is right and to stay on your path.

Psa 25:10  In everything you do, you are kind and faithful to everyone who keeps our agreement with you.

Psa 25:11  Be true to your name, LORD, by forgiving each one of my terrible sins.

Psa 25:12  You will show the right path to all who worship you.

Psa 25:13  They will have plenty, and then their children will receive the land.

Psa 25:14  Our LORD, you are the friend of your worshipers, and you make an agreement with all of us.

Psa 25:15  I always look to you, because you rescue me from every trap.

Psa 25:16  I am lonely and troubled. Show that you care and have pity on me.

GROUP 2

1Sa 12:24  You also must obey the LORD–you must worship him with all your heart and remember the great things he has done for you.

GROUP 3

Psa 25:17  My awful worries keep growing. Rescue me from sadness.

Psa 25:18  See my troubles and misery and forgive my sins.

Psa 25:19  Look at all my enemies! See how much they hate me.

Psa 25:20  I come to you for shelter. Protect me, keep me safe, and don’t disappoint me.

Psa 25:21  I obey you with all my heart, and I trust you, knowing that you will save me.

ALL

Pro 3:5  With all your heart you must trust the LORD and not your own judgment.

Pro 3:6  Always let him lead you, and he will clear the road for you to follow.

Pro 3:7  Don’t ever think that you are wise enough, but respect the LORD and stay away from evil.

GROUP 2

Deu 6:5  So love the LORD your God with all your heart, soul, and strength

GROUP 3

Psa 130:4  But you forgive us, and so we will worship you.

Psa 130:5  With all my heart, I am waiting, LORD, for you! I trust your promises.

Psa 130:6  I wait for you more eagerly than a soldier on guard duty waits for the dawn. Yes, I wait more eagerly than a soldier on guard duty waits for the dawn.

GROUP 2

Ecc 5:4  God doesn’t like fools. So don’t be slow to keep your promises to God.

Ecc 5:5  It’s better not to make a promise at all than to make one and not keep it.

Ecc 5:6  Don’t let your mouth get you in trouble! And don’t say to the worship leader, “I didn’t mean what I said.” God can destroy everything you have worked for, so don’t say something that makes God angry.

Ecc 5:7  Respect and obey God! Daydreaming leads to a lot of senseless talk.

GROUP 1

Psa 50:23  The sacrifice that honors me is a thankful heart  Obey me, and I, your God, will show my power to save.

GROUP 2

Deu 30:10  But you must decide once and for all to worship him with all your heart and soul and to obey everything in The Book of God’s Law.

ALL: Sings, Empower me (chorus only)

GROUP 1

Eze36:26  I will take away your stubborn heart and give you a new heart and a desire to be faithful. You will have only pure thoughts,

Eze 36:27  because I will put my Spirit in you and make you eager to obey my laws and teachings.

Eze 36:28  … you will be my people, and I will be your God.

Eze 36:29  I will protect you from anything that makes you unclean. Your fields will overflow with grain, and no one will starve.

Eze 36:30  Your trees will be filled with fruit, and crops will grow in your fields, so that you will never again feel ashamed for not having enough food.

GROUP 2

Col 3:1  You have been raised to life with Christ. Now set your heart on what is in heaven, where Christ rules at God’s right side.

GROUP 3

Psa 27:8  My heart tells me to pray. I am eager to see your face,

GROUP 1

Gen 12:3  I will bless anyone who blesses you, but I will put a curse on anyone who puts a curse on you. Everyone on earth will be blessed because of you.

GROUP 2

1Jo 2:27  But Christ has blessed you with the Holy Spirit. Now the Spirit stays in you, and you don’t need any teachers. The Spirit is truthful and teaches you everything. So stay one in your heart with Christ, just as the Spirit has taught you to do.

GROUP 1

Jer 29:13  You will worship me with all your heart, and I will be with you

GROUP 2

Deu 11:13  The LORD your God commands you to love him and to serve him with all your heart and soul. If you obey him,

ALL

Jos 24:15  But if you don’t want to worship the LORD, then choose right now! Will you worship the same idols your ancestors did? Or since you’re living on land that once belonged to the Amorites, maybe you’ll worship their gods. I won’t. My family and I are going to worship and obey the LORD!

GROUP 3

Rth 1:16  …”Please don’t tell me to leave you and return home! I will go where you go, I will live where you live; your people will be my people, your God will be my God.

GROUP 2

Deu 30:10  But you must decide once and for all to worship him with all your heart and soul and to obey everything in The Book of God’s Law.

GROUP 1

Jer 4:2  Make promises only in my name, and do what you promise! Then all nations will praise me, and I will bless them.

GROUP 3

Psa119:169  Please, LORD, hear  my prayer and give me the understanding that comes from your word.

GROUP 3

Psa 18:32  You give  me strength and guide me right.

GROUP 1

Gen 12:2  I will bless you and make your descendants into a great nation. You will become famous and be a blessing to others.

GROUP 3

Psa31:3  You, LORD God, are my mighty rock and my fortress. Lead me and guide me, so that your name will be honored.

GROUP 2

Eph 1:18  My prayer is that light will flood your hearts and that you will understand the hope that was given to you when God chose you. Then you will discover the glorious blessings that will be yours together with all of God’s people.

ALL

Mat 5:3  God blesses those people who depend only on him. They belong to the kingdom of heaven!

Mat 5:4  God blesses those people who grieve. They will find comfort!

Mat 5:5  God blesses those people who are humble. The earth will belong to them!

Mat 5:6  God blesses those people who want to obey him more than to eat or drink. They will be given what they want!

Mat 5:7  God blesses those people who are merciful. They will be treated with mercy!

Mat 5:8  God blesses those people whose hearts are pure. They will see him!

Mat 5:9  God blesses those people who make peace. They will be called his children!

Mat 5:10  God blesses those people who are treated badly for doing right. They belong to the kingdom of heaven.

Mat 5:11  God will bless you when people insult you, mistreat you, and tell all kinds of evil lies about you because of me.

Mat 5:12  Be happy and excited! You will have a great reward in heaven. People did these same things to the prophets who lived long ago.

GROUP 1

Mat 22:37   Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind.

GROUP 2

1Pe 3:4  Be beautiful in your heart by being gentle and quiet. This kind of beauty will last, and God considers it very special.

GROUP 2

Mar 12:30  You must love him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.’

Col 3:1  You have been raised to life with Christ. Now set your heart on what is in heaven, where Christ rules at God’s right side.

ALL

1Ch 22:19  Obey the LORD your God with your heart and soul. Begin work on the temple to honor him, so that the sacred chest and the things used for worship can be kept there.

GROUP 1

Mal 3:10  I am the LORD All-Powerful, and I challenge you to put me to the test. Bring the entire ten percent into the storehouse, so there will be food in my house. Then I will open the windows of heaven and flood you with blessing after blessing.

Mal 3:11  I will also stop locusts from destroying your crops and keeping your vineyards from producing.

Mal 3:12  Everyone of every nation will talk about how I have blessed you and about your wonderful land. I, the LORD All-Powerful, have spoken!

Mal 3:13  You have said horrible things about me, and yet you ask, “What have we said?”

Mal 3:14  Here is what you have said: “It’s foolish to serve the LORD God All-Powerful. What do we get for obeying him and from going around looking sad?

GROUP 2

Mal 3:15  See how happy those arrogant people are. Everyone who does wrong is successful, and when they put God to the test, they always get away with it.”

Mal 3:16  All those who truly respected the LORD and honored his name started discussing these things, and when God saw what was happening, he had their names written as a reminder in his book.

ALL

Mal 3:17  … You people are precious to me, and when I come to bring justice, I will protect you, just as parents protect an obedient child.

Mal 3:18  Then everyone will once again see the difference between those who obey me by doing right and those who reject me by doing wrong.

ALL

I COMMIT TO…

SET MY HEART SOLELY TO YOU MY GOD

SET MY HEART TO JESUS MY SAVIOR

SET MY HEART TO ALWAYS READ THE BIBLE

SET MY HEART TO DO MISSIONARY WORK

SET MY HEART TO BE ACTIVE IN CHURCH

SET MY HEART TO BE LOVING AND CARING

SET MY HEART AS AN HONEST STEWARD

SET MY HEART TO SHARE MY TALENTS

SET MY HEART TO DESIRE TO BE PURE

SET MY HEART TO BE IN HEAVEN

SET MY HEART TO BE A DILIGENT WORKER

SET MY HEART TO RENDER MY BEST SERVICE TO _______________.

SET MY HEART TO WORSHIP IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH

SET MY HEART TO GLORIFY GOD NOW AND FOREVER

AMEN, AMEN, AMEN.

Reflections …

I was …

I thought …

I learned …

I believed …

I desired …

I resolved …

God, please…

Jesus …

Friends,

Now I…

The Adventist Memorandum

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I am a person of God with a holy purpose. Commissioned to do the will of Him  who chose and sent me.

I am to constantly connect my soul to God through the mighty prevailing prayers.

I am to endure trials and sufferings with great unwavering faith, which is the only evidence to prove beyond reasonable doubt the Truth is in me.

I am to preserve my Christian integrity at all costs by expressing and doing my ultimate obedience to the will and word of God.

I am entrusted with the Good News of Salvation and responsible for sharing the Gospel to others, whether in words or deeds.

I am saved by the grace of the Father, cleansed by the blood of the Son and empowered by the Holy Spirit, that makes me a living testament.

I am to make a difference, by being a sincere Seventh-day Sabbath keeper and faithfully await Jesus’ second coming.

CONSTANT POWER

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SESSION FOUR

HOW TO REMAIN EMPOWERED?

As Jesus lived like a man, He grew like a man, by learning slowly as Luke 2:52 says  “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.”  

Galatians 5:16–25  But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. 17 For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. 19 Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, 20 idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, 21 envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. 24 And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit (ESV).

Romans 6:4 Just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious [power] of the Father, so we too might [habitually] live and behave (walk) in newness of life.