Faithfulness by the Holy Spirit

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Faithfulness by the Holy Spirit SHINE

Results of the Holy Spirit Working But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT2)

Illustrations of Faithfulness

Faithful Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven. Your faithfulness continues throughout all generations; You established the earth, and it stands. Psalm 119:89-90 (NASB)

Faithful Servant “The master said, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!’” Matthew 25:23 (NLT2)

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Contrast the Faithless Like a bad tooth and an unsteady foot Is confidence in a faithless man in time of trouble. Proverbs 25:19 (NASB)

God’s Faithfulness Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful Hebrews 10:23 (NASB)

Spirit-Produced Faithfulness

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Faithfulness begins in the heart and is solid, sure, and undivided. Faithfulness continues with follow-through Faithfulness does not forget nor forsake Faithfulness is neither shaken nor broken Faithfulness finishes well

Testing Spirit-Produced Faithfulness in Real Life Taking on Temptations (Faithfulness remains) Loving God (Faithfulness remains) Obeying God (Faithfulness remains) Dealing with Fear (Faithfulness remains) Facing Rejection (Faithfulness remains)

Dwayne’s Story Example of Faithfulness in Real Life Steps to Spirit-Generated Faithfulness

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