Empty me... to be filled with what?

"Empty me of me, so I can be filled with You."

This are the key words in a song by Chris Sligh.

Lately I have been thinking about what it truly means to be a good example of Christ. What characteristics will people see in my life that makes them wonder why I am different. Then it hits me between the eyes like a churchy kids song... The Fruit of the Spirit, and I am not talking about opening the door for an old lady once a month, fruit. I mean your life bearing all the fruits... all the time.

Galatians 5:22-25 (NLT)
"But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives:

love,

joy,

peace,

patience,

kindness,

goodness,

faithfulness,

gentleness,

and self-control.

There is no law against these things!
Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit,

let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives"

You hear people say that the Bible is outdated. I don't know about you but this verse sounds pretty relevant to me! Can you imagine if everyone who has accepted Jesus into there hearts and lives actually lived bearing the fruits of the spirit? What a wonderful world this would be. Not just the world but can you imagine our families... our churches?

I encourage you to join me in looking at ourselves and asking... Am i bearing the fruit of the spirit in every part of my life, all the time?

Let it start with you.

xoxo- Candace

Prayer Request:

-Fellowship of Grace Leadership

-Backyard Bible Club/Beach Party will be next week Thursday, Friday and Saturday,pray the kids ears will be open to the word of God, and maybe even there parents!

-Our worship team will be recording Fri. July25th, pray for health and clear minds that are focused on worship.

Praise Report:

Today I was offered a full time position for Park hill School District. I accepted and I begin on Monday, the 21st.

Thank you GOD!

Justin"lost" his wallet yesterday, we thought it had been left at the movie theater, but the theater said it was gone, I went home at lunch and found it! Praise God!