Understanding Gifts vs. Fruit | Enjoying Everyday Life | Joyce Meyer
As Christians, we're defined not by our gifts, but by the fruit of the Spirit we display. Today, Joyce explains the difference and what Scripture says about the essential character traits of every believer. Get Today's Offer From Joyce: 1-800-709-2895 https://joycemeyer.org/Shop 00:00 Welcome to Enjoying Everyday Life – Joyce reminds us that in God’s kingdom, we’re not applauded for gifts but for fruit, and God can transform your life too. 01:22 The fruit of the Spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control – all grow out of love; without love, the rest can’t flourish. 02:45 Self-control is the backbone of fruit – without it, humility, patience, peace, joy, and kindness can’t take root in your life. 03:26 Gifts vs. fruit – gifts are given, fruit is developed through trials, practice, and choosing to grow in God’s character. 04:24 Praying for patience brings trials – embrace the challenges as opportunities to strengthen your spiritual “muscles.” 05:38 Don’t admire gifts more than God – many focus on what they can do rather than developing character that sustains them through life. 07:10 Gifts distinguish us but don’t make us better – God gives different abilities so we need and support each other, not compete or envy. 11:35 Gifts allow ordinary life to be extraordinary, but fruit keeps you grounded – deep roots in character prevent storms from uprooting you. 14:20 Character over applause – God looks at what your life produces, not the impressive gifts you show the world. 25:09 Fruit takes time and connection – stay attached to Jesus, the vine, and let fruit grow through care, patience, and consistent reliance on Him. – – – – – – – Follow Joyce: WEBSITE: https://joycemeyer.org FACEBOOK: / joycemeyerministries INSTAGRAM: / joycemeyer X (Formerly Twitter): https://www.x.com/JoyceMeyer/ – – – – – – – Joyce Meyer, one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers and New York Times best-selling author, shares encouragement and advice to help us enjoy our daily lives. With a heart to share Christ and love people, Joyce’s messages help people in all walks of life to grow in their faith, learn to study the Bible, find healing from the wounds of life, get answers to life’s questions and encounter the love of God in a powerful way. #JoyceMeyer#EnjoyingEverydayLife
