Agape (Greek), meaning: God's fruit of love which gives itself away with a pure motive and most generously. The golden text of the Bible says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16). God loved us into His kingdom. The toughest thing about love is being loving to others. Some people are easy to love, but what about those unlovely people, those enemies? Is it possible to love like God loves? It's impossible for us normal human beings. It can't be done alone. It can only be done in the power of the Spirit and the transformation of the human spirit. But the fruit of the spirit is Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control... - Galations 5:22 23 In these Bible studies from best-selling author Robert Strand, you will learn about yourself and how to relate to others as you gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be in Christ. Robert J. Strand has been a best-selling author since 1982 and a pioneer in gift book publishing. In 1994 his "Moments to Give" series was published by New Leaf Press. Other titles followed until today Strand has authored 58 titles. A dynamic speaker, Strand's style packs human interest stories into his presentations, making audiences cry, laugh and think all at the same time. Prior to writing and speaking, Strand was a senior pastor for 37 years in the upper Midwest, and is listed in the first and second editions of Who's Who in Religion in America. He and his wife, Donna, have four children and eight grandchildren. Divine Love: God's Gift of Eternal Life The Fruits of the Spirit: Love and More Self-Discovery and Relationships through Robert Strand's Bible Studies