Day 4

Galatians 5:22-23

DAY 4 – Fruit Explained (Part 2)

Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance
Main Passage: Galatians 5:22–23
Memory Verse: Proverbs 3:5 — “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
Big Idea: These fruits help us behave toward others like Jesus.

1. Longsuffering (Patience when annoyed)

Meaning: Waiting without anger. Being calm when people irritate you.

Bible Proof

  • God is patient with us — 2 Peter 3:9: He is “longsuffering to us-ward.”
  • Jesus showed patience — 1 Timothy 1:16 speaks of Christ’s “longsuffering” toward sinners.
  • We must be patient with others — Ephesians 4:2: “with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love.”

Slum Example:

When someone keeps stepping on your foot in a crowded matatu, you don’t fight or insult—you stay calm.

2. Gentleness (Soft, kind actions)

Meaning: Treating people kindly in words and actions.

Bible Proof

  • God is gentle with us — Psalm 18:35: “Thy gentleness hath made me great.”
  • Believers must be gentle — 2 Timothy 2:24: God’s servant must be “gentle unto all men.”
  • Jesus was gentle — Matthew 11:29: He is “meek and lowly in heart.”

Slum Example:

Helping a younger child carry water or speak kindly to someone who is sad.

3. Goodness (Doing right; honesty)

Meaning: Choosing what is right, even when others choose wrong.

Bible Proof

  • God is good — Psalm 34:8: “O taste and see that the LORD is good.”
  • We must do good — Galatians 6:10: “As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men.”
  • Goodness is righteousness — Romans 15:14: believers are “full of goodness.”

Slum Example:

Returning something you found instead of keeping it, even when no one is watching.

4. Faith (Trusting God; reliability)

Meaning: Believing God’s Word and being dependable.

Bible Proof

  • Real faith trusts God — Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the LORD…”
  • Without faith we cannot please God — Hebrews 11:6.
  • Faith shows in obedience — James 2:17: “Faith without works is dead.”

Slum Example:

Trusting God to provide school fees or food, even when your family is struggling.

5. Meekness (Strength under control)

Meaning: Not fighting back to show power. Choosing peace instead of pride.

Bible Proof

  • Jesus was meek — Matthew 11:29; Matthew 21:5: “thy King cometh… meek.”
  • Meekness calms trouble — Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turns away wrath.
  • We must put on meekness — Colossians 3:12.

Slum Example:

Someone insults you at school—you don’t revenge; you stay calm and walk away.

6. Temperance (Self-control)

Meaning: Saying “NO” to wrong desires—control in words, actions, anger, appetite.

Bible Proof

  • Temperance is required — Titus 2:12: “live soberly, righteously, and godly.”
  • A person without self-control is weak — Proverbs 25:28: “He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down.”
  • The Spirit gives self-discipline — 2 Timothy 1:7.

Slum Example:

Not stealing food, not fighting when angry, not joining friends in wrong behaviour.

Expanded Activities (Slum-Friendly)

1. Patience Queue Game

Children line up quietly. Anyone who pushes starts again. Reward those who wait patiently.

2. Gentleness Test

Pass a balloon around the circle using only fingertips. If it bursts, explain how harshness “breaks” others.

3. Goodness Challenge

Each child shares one right choice they made this week—even a small one.

4. Meekness Walk

Walk with a cup of water on the head or hand. Teaches calmness and controlled movement.

5. Temperance Freeze

Children dance. When the leader says “STOP!”, they freeze immediately. Teaches self-control.

Discussion Questions

  1. When is it hard for you to be patient?
  2. What are some kind things you can do today?
  3. How can you show goodness at home or school?
  4. How can you show meekness when others annoy you?
  5. What is one area where you need self-control?

Prayer Focus

“Lord, help us show patience, kindness, goodness, faith, meekness, and self-control. Make us behave like Jesus in our homes, in school, and in our community. Amen.”

Kenneth 

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