79. The Fruit of the Spirit | What It Is and How It Grows

Send us your thoughts through Fan MailHave you ever looked at the list of the fruit of the Spirit and turned it into a personal improvement checklist? In this episode, we lay the foundation for our new series on the Fruit of the Spirit.  We explore Galatians 5:22-23 and John 15 to understand what biblical abiding really means, the difference between the fruit and gifts of the Spirit, and why striving harder is not the answer. We also tackle the tension between God's grace and our obedience — and why getting that order right changes everything.Whether you are new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this episode will help you understand your role as the branch connected to the True Vine. You do not have to force what only God can produce — but you are called to remain where that growth happens.Support the showGet Healey's Books:  Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry  The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and ForgivenessThe Companion Activity Book for The Red BallThe Worried Little Goat_______________________________For free Mental Health Resources:  Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access!  Click here to support the show*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.  I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health.  It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship.   *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire website, author, organization, etc.  Their views may not represent my own.Healthy & Redeemed is a Christian mental health podcast blending Scripture, psychology, and coping skills.