What the Fruit of the Spirit Looks Like, Part 7; Faithfulness

These final three qualities have to do with the essence of our character.

Like the Bible concept of Love, Faithfulness comprises many other virtues under its heading. At least 15 virtues constitute Faithfulness.

Faithfulness is a major character goal to strive for in this short life because Faithfulness is the true measure of who we really are.

The writer of Proverbs tells us that, “Many a man claims to have unfailing love,” then asks a pointed Q, “but a faithful man who can find?” (20:6).

The questions for us this morning are: ‘Do we know what this word really means in all its facets? Do we realize how important this is for God's people?' And, most important of all, ‘Will we be found faithful when our Lord returns?

1. One of the main attributes of God is His Faithfulness. Faithfulness is God's measuring stick for success in our lives.

Great reward comes to those who are found faithful in all that God has entrusted to them.

2. Faithfulness is Forthright in Truth; defined by: fidelity (in relationships: w/God; in marriage; in the Body of Christ); integrity (soundness, completeness, unity); sincerity; purity; just

3. Faithfulness is Forged in Trustworthiness; defined by: dependability; diligence; perseverance; endurance; reliability; loyalty; constancy; steadiness.

Faith in God is total trust in God--who alone is our righteousness--for our salvation, approval and well-being.

When you meet the Lord face-to-Face, these are the Words you want to hear Him say:

Matt 25:21, "His master said to him, 'Well done, good and faithful slave; you were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things, enter into the joy of your master.