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When we think about growing our fruits, it's easy to assume they're going to grow in only in our quiet time or when we sit to pray specifically about it. We forget that there are real-life situations we encounter every single day that give us opportunities -- and most often, those real-life situations are going to bump up against our icky humanity and challenge our normal, typical fleshly responses.

But this is exactly the fertile ground that's begging to be watered in order for fruit to be fed.

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The fruit of self-control isn't something we muster up on our own, but rather a confident and assured power that though a temptation be present, we have Christ’s strength and divine power to resist! That changes everything!

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Have you ever heard the quote, "The family that prays together stays together?" Well, the same has been said with "The family the eats together stays together."But how do we accomplish this in simple and easy ways that work with the crazy schedules that seep into our lives? This week Sara shares a few of her practical approaches to spending time around the table or even closing the day with "table talk" but not the kitchen. Keeping it simple is what it's all about! For more resources, make sure to visit www.bestillbefree.com. You can also find us at www.facebook.com/bestillbefree, www.twitter.com/bestillbefree. And if you want a close-knit community of friends to share, encourage and walk through life with, be sure to join our private Facebook group, at www.facebook.com/groups/betogethercommunity!

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Focus on the Family describes gentleness is a strong hand with a soft touch. It is a tender, compassionate approach toward others' weaknesses and limitations. A gentle person still speaks truth, sometimes even painful truth, but in doing so guards his tone so the truth can be well received. In my family we would even add "and guards his or her facial expressions!". When Paul wrote to the church of Galatia, he knew that they were having problems with conflict, frustration, division. His instruction on gentleness was built on the foundation of what he knew gentleness could do.

- Gentleness turns away wrath and anger: A gentle answer turns away wrath but a harsh word stirs up anger Proverbs 15:1

- Gentleness brings about life: Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. Proverbs 15:4

- Gentleness can restore: Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. Galatians 6:1

- Gentleness demonstrates our commitment to God not to cause dissention and division but peace and unity of the body of Christ so as to have a bigger impact on Kingdom building.

Gal 6:10, "Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good (demonstration of the fruits) to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."

Bearing fruit is going to happen no matter what. The question is what will your fruit of gentleness look like? Will it be beautiful, full, abundant? Or will it be shriveled up, rotten, empty?

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Faithfulness is the one fruit we actually give back to God as well as display for humankind. All the other gifts are really centered around how we share the gospel with the world. But faithfulness is worshipping what is NOT seen and not what IS seen. It says, “I trust you God," and shows the world we trust God. We're getting down to the last three fruits -- make sure to tune in for gentleness and self control in the coming weeks!

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So often God will answer a long-awaited prayer, but we’re so excited about having a next step we jump into action before pausing to say thank you. This week Monica shares about how necessary it is for us to take a minute to stop and express our gratitude to God before rushing into doing.For more resources, make sure to visit www.bestillbefree.com. You can also find us at www.facebook.com/bestillbefree, www.twitter.com/bestillbefree. And if you want a close-knit community of friends to share, encourage and walk through life with, be sure to join our private Facebook group, at www.facebook.com/groups/betogethercommunity!

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Do you shy away from the idea of hospitality because it's not your thing? Or perhaps it is your thing but you don't have the time or resources? Today, Sara shares practical ways of loving on the ones near and dear to our hearts without having to be Pinterest perfect! For more resources, make sure to visit www.bestillbefree.com. You can also find us at www.facebook.com/bestillbefree, www.twitter.com/bestillbefree. And if you want a close-knit community of friends to share, encourage and walk through life with, be sure to join our private Facebook group, at www.facebook.com/groups/betogethercommunity!

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It’s our Deep Dive and Wrap-Up for Part 2 of the #BeFruitful series! Tune in to hear how Sara, Amber and Monica all personally connect to the fruits of Patience, Kindness and Goodness, in a deeper, more personal way. Also note, we're taking off next week, but back on Monday, April 23 with the kick-off to Part 3 covering Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control!

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Lindsey P. Brackett writes southern fiction, reads widely, and cooks big family meals but complains about the dishes. Someday she might be able to balance motherhood and writing full-time. Until then, she's just very grateful for her public school system. In this week's Every Day Woman Interview, Amber talks with Lindsey Brackett an author, director, and mom of 4! Listen as they discuss snack day fails, tv shows, and how we can all use a little more patience!

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Maybe we feel like we're losing the battle because we haven't put on the right gear! Wearing the proper armor can be transformational, instilling the holy confidence needed to be victorious.

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