“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.”
Galatians 5:22–23
Character shows up in the moments no one applauds.
Paul calls love, patience, and self-control 'fruit of the Spirit' in Galatians 5. Fruit grows from a source; it is not a trophy you earn by appearing composed. The surrounding passage contrasts ways of living that damage others with a life shaped by the Spirit. Character therefore matters most where your choices affect people who may not be able to simply walk away.
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