The Biblical text says, “Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.” Read 2 Corinthians 7:1 (NKJV). The Bible also says, “But the fruit of the Spirit [the result of His presence within us] is love [unselfish concern for others], joy, [inner] peace, patience [not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting], kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control, against such things there is no law.” Read Galatians 5:22 (AMPC). Here, we can see these promises Paul talked about; and I want to relate it to the “fruit of the Spirit,” in Part 3. Continue reading “Perfecting Holiness in the fear of God – Part 2” →