Perfecting holiness, self control and fruit of the spirit are inseparable. There is a synchronisation between these key areas. Perfecting Holiness is an “in and out” working of the Holy Spirit in our lives, however, you and I would need to embrace, cultivate the fruit of the Spirit and self control. The key word cultivate is an important terminology in this context linking perfecting holiness, fruit of the spirit and self control. Defining the term cultivate would help us further. Cultivate according to Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary: “To direct special attention to; to devote time and thought to; to foster; to cherish, to till, with a view to valuable returns.” Consequently, you and I would need to put in the time, energy, seriousness, effort and urgency it deserves to becoming all that God has called us to be. See what the Bible says, “Now I entreat you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to cultivate a Spirit of harmony…” Read 1 Corinthians 1:10 (WEY). Continue reading “Perfecting Holiness in the fear of God – Part 3” →