The Fruit of the Spirit (7): Longsuffering

Previous article in thes series: November 15, 2008, p. 82. Longsuffering is first in the second main group of what is called, in Galatians 5:22, "the fruit of the Spirit." While the first group of three virtues (love, joy, and peace) seems to emphasize inner virtues, the second group of three virtues (longsuffering, gentleness, and goodness) seems to highlight virtues that are evident in our outward dealings and communication, especially with those of our church families and covenant homes....