Fill me with the fruits of your Spirit, Lord.

 

Fill me with love, so that I seek to understand and appreciate the rich variety and diversity of life that surrounds me.

 

Fill me with joy, so that I celebrate your presence in each and every moment I am on this earth.

 

Fill me with peace, so that I know how to ease those angry and sometimes violent urges that well up inside of me.

 

Fill me with patience, so that I stop rushing long enough to witness your miraculous¹ work taking place all around me (and within me!)

 

Fill me with kindness, so that I take the extra time to help the one in need, even when it isn't convenient for me.

 

Fill me with faithfulness, so that I place my mind, heart and all that I do in the service of your Gospel.

 

Fill me with gentleness, so that others know that I believe in a God who loves and cares for all people.

 

Fill me with self-control, so that I act not on my impulses and urges, but rather on my beliefs and values, which are rooted in you.

 

Fill me with these fruits of your spirit, Lord!

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