Bible teacher Ava Pennington reveals how to reclaim and defend the fruit of the Spirit from the Enemy
The fruit of the Spirit is promised to every Christian, so why do so many believers lack love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control? For those dissatisfied with their level of spiritual maturity, those seeking tools and guidance to cultivate their relationship with God, and those looking to transform their lives, Flourish is the perfect resource, designed to help readers grow in their faith journeys.
With a grace-centered perspective on the fruit of the Spirit, author and Bible teacher Ava Pennington equips readers with biblical principles and practices to recognize Satan's attacks, shield their hearts, and recover what the thief has stolen. Readers will learn how to nurture growth in Christ, protect their fruitfulness, and share the harvest.
Instead of being cheated out of fully ripened godly characteristics, readers can fight spiritual battles with spiritual weapons and reclaim the fruit of the Spirit in their lives. With personal application and discussion questions at the end of each chapter, Flourish is a perfect small group resource.
The fruit of the Spirit is promised to every Christian, so why do so many believers lack love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control? For those dissatisfied with their level of spiritual maturity, those seeking tools and guidance to cultivate their relationship with God, and those looking to transform their lives, Flourish is the perfect resource, designed to help readers grow in their faith journeys.
With a grace-centered perspective on the fruit of the Spirit, author and Bible teacher Ava Pennington equips readers with biblical principles and practices to recognize Satan's attacks, shield their hearts, and recover what the thief has stolen. Readers will learn how to nurture growth in Christ, protect their fruitfulness, and share the harvest.
Instead of being cheated out of fully ripened godly characteristics, readers can fight spiritual battles with spiritual weapons and reclaim the fruit of the Spirit in their lives. With personal application and discussion questions at the end of each chapter, Flourish is a perfect small group resource.
MY THOUGHTS.....
Fruit of the Spirit. How often have we read Galatians 5:22-23 in our Bibles, or heard ministers encourage us to strive for these attributes? In this new book, author Ava Pennington provides an enlightening look at the nine "fruits" while offering encouragement to help us achieve them.
Reading this book felt like a personal one-to-one conversation with Pennington, and Flourish was "chock full" of Scripture to support the theories she shares. Each chapter concludes with a set of Application Questions to further challenge my thinking and there are Notes in the back to offer more documentation.
Flourish isn't just for new believers! I was challenged, as a seasoned Christian, to read, ponder, search, and pray about this fruit offered by the Holy Spirit. I was also reminded that I can't just choose the fruits that I like---they are facets of the ONE fruit that the Holy Spirit grows in my life to help me mature in my relationship with God.
This book is perfect for individual use, but it would also be a wonderful resource for a group Bible study. I highly recommend Flourish to anyone wanting to strengthen their Christian walk.
I received a copy of this book from Kregel Publications. There was no obligation for a positive review, and no monetary compensation was offered.
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Reading this book felt like a personal one-to-one conversation with Pennington, and Flourish was "chock full" of Scripture to support the theories she shares. Each chapter concludes with a set of Application Questions to further challenge my thinking and there are Notes in the back to offer more documentation.
Flourish isn't just for new believers! I was challenged, as a seasoned Christian, to read, ponder, search, and pray about this fruit offered by the Holy Spirit. I was also reminded that I can't just choose the fruits that I like---they are facets of the ONE fruit that the Holy Spirit grows in my life to help me mature in my relationship with God.
This book is perfect for individual use, but it would also be a wonderful resource for a group Bible study. I highly recommend Flourish to anyone wanting to strengthen their Christian walk.
I received a copy of this book from Kregel Publications. There was no obligation for a positive review, and no monetary compensation was offered.
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Ava Pennington is an author, speaker, Bible teacher, and teaching leader for Bible Study Fellowship International. She has a BS and MBA from St. John's University and is the author of Reflections on the Name of God.
Find more by visiting her Website.
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