If our theology does not produce in us ever-increasing love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (and notice what’s not on the list), then our theology is probably wrong.
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Okay, I give up. I read Galatians 5:22-23 twice and can’t figure out what’s NOT included. What is my theology missins? :>)
Ha ha. 🙂 Let me explain a little more. Our theology has implications; it affects how we see our relationship to God, how we see ourselves, and affects all our relationships with one another. You cannot separate your theology from your life or your relationships. So, I was thinking along the lines of whatever WE THINK is proof of our spiritual maturity that’s not on this list. Maybe Gal.5:19-21 is a good start.
In other words, what other behaviors do we see manifesting in our lives in the name of “serving God” that’s not on this list? Frankly speaking, if it’s not listed in Gal.5:22-23, no matter how we might spiritualize it, it should be a red flag to us that our theology needs adjustment. Just a thought… 🙂
Okay, that makes perfect sense to me.So, what’s not said, or done, may be an indicator that our theology does not jive with Galatians 5. I thought about Philippians 4:8 as I was reading your reply.
Yes, or what is said and done in the name of Christ that’s not born of this fruit. In other words, the fruit produced in our lives indicates to us whether or not our theology is good.
Btw, thanks for asking the question and helping me clarify…. 🙂