The Fruit of the Spirit

1. Was there anything from the sermon or the passage that stuck out to you?

2. We often try to build good lives through our own efforts and achievements. What area of your life do you find yourself trying to control the most instead of surrendering to God?

3. The fruit we produce on our own may seem sweet but ultimately leaves us unsatisfied. When have you experienced something you thought would bring lasting happiness but ended up feeling empty or temporary?

4. True spiritual growth requires letting God prune areas of our lives that hinder fruitfulness. What is God currently trying to remove from your life that you're holding onto tightly?

5. Sometimes following God's direction seems irrational or uncomfortable to us and others. Describe a time when obeying God required you to do something that didn't make sense from a worldly perspective.

6. Spiritual breakthroughs often come from simply spending time with Jesus rather than doing more religious activities. How can you create more space in your daily routine to simply be with God without an agenda?

7. The world offers many substitutes for true salvation, from wealth to politics to technology. Which alternative "savior" are you most tempted to rely on for security, and how does recognizing this help you refocus on Christ?