In the ancient tradition of the Church, the ninth day of Christmas focuses on the nine fruits of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. In the words of the Apostle Paul, "There is no law against such things."
On this ninth day of Christmas, let us focus on the fruits of the Spirit which build community, strengthen the foundations of peace, create opportunities for justice, and restore equity for all people. Let us be bound in the Spirit in the ways of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
In so living, the birth of the Christ Child in our lives transforms everyday living for all.
Your servant in Christ,
Pastor Don
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