Bible Question:
Emmaus, You made a reference to vices having corresponding virtues. Is there a way to find virtues that can replace my vices? (Note: 12-step programs not included.) Fred |
Bible Answer: I am sure that Emmaus will give his own answer when he gets back to the Forum, but Paul gives a good list to the Galatians of vices and their opposites. Perhaps you could dwell on these... "Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." --Galatians 5:19-23 The Holy Spirit produces the qualities on the second list in our lives, and the list serves as a "checklist" to if we are living in holiness. --Joe! |