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1 Thessalonians 1:5-7
Our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction. You know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake. And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you received the word in much affliction, with the joy of the Holy Spirit, so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia.
Respond
The second fruit of the Spirit is joy. Do you often receive the word of God with joy? How can this fruit of the Spirit begin to grow in your life?
Pray
Pause for a moment and be still.
What word or phrase about this fruit of the Spirit is speaking to you? Pray this word or phrase back to God, and then let this piece of Scripture guide your prayers.
Takeaway
Pick one idea that became apparent to you during your prayer time and carry this with you throughout the day. Check in on this idea to recall your prayer time, and use this as idea as a way to pray without ceasing.