I was half way home before I realised I”d forgotten to do the last thing on my list. I’d forgotten to fill my car up with petrol. The next day wouldn’t do as I was going on a long journey and didn’t know the area or where there were any filling stations. Wearily I turned the car round. With a full tank I could set off the next day with confidence.
My forgetfulness had given me time to think. What about my fitness to proceed with my spiritual journey of life? Is my spiritual tank filled up with the fruits of the Spirit? My heart needs to be filled with love whatever obstacles I face.The world needs to see the joy I have in You. Peace is needed in tricky situations. Faithfulness, gentleness and self-control are more attributes I need.These fruits are the spiritual petrol necessary for my Christian journey.
There are numerous filling stations to be found. The Bible has stations on every page. There are extra boosts to be found in church fellowship; together we can share our fuel. Prayer gives our special petrol it’s power. The car won’t always run smoothly because there are the obstacles of life in the way but with the Holy Spirit it will always arrive at the correct destination.