FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Question 1

Love:

Answer 1

We exhibit the virtue of charity, or love, by our unselfish devotion and care for God and our neighbor.

Question 2

Joy:

Answer 2

We live with joy when we recognize that true happiness comes, not from money or possessions, but from knowing and following Christ.

Question 3

Peace:

Answer 3

We are freed from worrying about trivial things because of the inner peace we experience with God in our hearts. We work and pray for peace throughout the world.

Question 4

Patience:

Answer 4

We demonstrate patience by treating others with thoughtfulness and tolerance. We know that we can overcome the temptations and sufferings of life because God is always with us.

Question 5

Kindness:

Answer 5

We live the virtue of kindness by treating others as we want to be treated.

Question 6

Goodness:

Answer 6

We exhibit goodness when we honor God by avoiding sin and always trying to do what we know is right.

Question 7

Generosity:

Answer 7

We demonstrate the fruit of generosity when we are share our gifts and possessions with others.

Question 8

Gentleness:

Answer 8

Gentle people act calmly and avoid actions that might lead others to anger or resentment.

Question 9

Faithfulness:

Answer 9

We are faithful when we live out our commitment to the teachings of Jesus, the Scriptures, and the Catholic Church.

Question 10

Modesty:

Answer 10

We exhibit modesty by being pure in our thoughts, words, and dressing.

Question 11

Self-Control:

Answer 11

We exercise self-control by working to overcome the temptations we face and by trying always to do God’s will

Question 12

Chastity:

Answer 12

We live the virtue of chastity when we use the gift of sexuality wisely, according to God’s plan.