Evidence of the Spirit's Work - Reformed (Galatians 5:22-23)
Reformed theology asks: how do we know the Spirit indwells us? Not primarily by spectacular experiences but by transformed character. The fruit of the Spirit...
This is stories & illustrations, drawing on Galatians 5:22-23.
Reformed theology asks: how do we know the Spirit indwells us? Not primarily by spectacular experiences but by transformed character. The fruit of the Spirit is evidence of regeneration—proof that God is at work. Jonathan Edwards wrote extensively on "religious affections," arguing that true conversion produces new dispositions: love for God, hatred of sin, joy in Christ. Galatians 5:22-23 is a diagnostic: is fruit growing?…
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