A Gentle Whisper -- Listening for the Voice of God Johnny Almond 1 year ago

When Heaven is in Charge

When the Holy Spirit controls our lives, he will produce this kind of fruit in us:
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Galatians 5:22-23 NLT

Sacrificial love results when serious disciples set out to walk in My steps.
A compassionate life toward others is the way Jesus lived on earth.
Why be content with merely going around? Go around doing good.

Invulnerable joy results when believing souls draw near My heart.
A cheerful life is the surest sign of My presence with you.
Why be satisfied with cheap thrills? Celebrate My inexpressible joy.

Incomprehensible peace results when desperate people kneel before Me.
A calm life is the consequence of letting God do what you cannot.
Why wring your hands in panic? Fold them in prayer.

Enduring patience results when trusting hearts believe My promises.
A courteous life keeps your light shining when you have blown a fuse.
Why rush like it all depends on you? Resign from My job and relax.

Empathetic kindness results from getting in synch with My Spirit.
A cordial life reflects your humble gratitude for My love for you.
Why run people down? They have battles to fight, just like you.

Lavish generosity results from sharing My resources with the needy.
A charitable life is what I expect of all who receive My care.
Why be stingy? The more you give, the more you are blessed.

Tenacious faithfulness results from focusing on My cross.
A consistent life is possible if you will rely on My reinforcing grace.
Why quit? I never give up on you—do not ever give up on Me.

Christlike gentleness results from accepting My invitation.
A considerate life is the hallmark of those who serve Me.
Why be harsh with others? I treat you with tenderness, so pass it on.

Supernatural self-control results from yielding to My Holy Spirit.
A controlled life is only possible if I am in the driver’s seat.
Why crash and burn? Surrender to My guidance—get safely home.

Johnny

Johnny R. Almond earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew University in Madison, New Jersey and a Diploma in Religious Studies from the University of Cambridge. After pastoring churches for a decade, he served the Air Force as a military chaplain in worldwide assignments. After retiring from the military in 2000, he began serving as pastor in Virginia. He currently serves as pastor of Hull's Memorial Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He and his wife, Beverly, have four sons, three grandsons, and three granddaughters.