Bible Characters
This man demonstrated joy and peace under persecution, singing hymns while chained in prison at midnight.
Who is Paul (and Silas)?
(Reference: Acts 16:25: Their praise in hardship reflects a Spirit-filled joy that transcends circumstances.)
Your friend betrays your trust by spreading something deeply personal you told them in confidence.
You’re hurt, and everyone expects you to confront them publicly. What do you do?
Show self-control by not retaliating, and love by forgiving privately and praying for reconciliation.
Fruits Displayed: Love, Self-control, Peace.
(Reference: Matthew 5:44 – “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”)
A loved one hurts you deeply and never apologizes. Years later, you still choose to pray for them and wish them well.
Which fruit is at work?
Love
“Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up.”
đź“– 1 Corinthians 13:4
Which fruit is this?
Love
Goodness means being morally upright and actively doing what’s right, even when it’s unpopular.
True
This Old Testament figure demonstrated peace when he let his nephew choose the best land, rather than fighting over it, trusting God to provide.
💬 Hint: He said, “Let there be no strife between you and me.”
Who is Abraham?
(Genesis 13:8–9: Abraham shows peace and self-control when he lets Lot choose first.)
You’ve been praying for a job or opportunity for months, but nothing seems to happen.
Someone else, less qualified, gets exactly what you wanted. What do you do?
Practice patience and faithfulness, trusting that God’s plan is perfect and His timing is right.
Fruits Displayed: Patience, Faithfulness, Peace.
(Reference: Romans 8:28 – “All things work together for good to those who love God.”)
You hold your tongue in an argument, not because you’re afraid to speak, but because you know your silence will prevent sin.
Which fruit is being exercised?
Self-control
“Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.”
đź“– Philippians 4:4
Which fruit is the referring to?
Joy
Someone can truly walk in love but not have self-control.
False — The fruits are connected; a lack of one weakens the others.
This prophet demonstrated peace and self-control when surrounded by an army, calmly telling his servant, “Don’t be afraid… those who are with us are more than those who are with them.”
Who is Elisha?
(Reference: 2 Kings 6:15–17: Elisha’s faith and calmness under siege reveal spiritual peace and trust in God’s power.)
You discover your close friend has been living in secret sin, something that could destroy their marriage and ministry if exposed. They beg you not to tell anyone and say they’re “working on it with God.”
The world would call silence “loyalty,” but the Spirit calls it compromise. Love, gentleness and faithfulness must work together: you approach them in love, urging repentance and accountability. If they refuse, goodness may require you to bring it to proper spiritual authority, not out of spite, but to protect others and restore truth.
“If someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently.” — Galatians 6:1
You’ve been in a difficult marriage or friendship for years, full of disappointments and misunderstandings, yet you keep loving and praying instead of giving up.
Long-suffering
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
đź“– Isaiah 26:3
What fruit is this referring to?
Peace
Joy and happiness are the same thing.
False — Happiness depends on circumstances; joy depends on God.
This woman displayed goodness and kindness by making clothes for the poor and caring for widows in her town and was later raised from the dead by Peter.
Who is Dorcas (Tabitha)?
(Acts 9:36–41: She lived a life of kindness and good works.)
Your pastor preaches against gossip but often shares members’ private matters in “prayer requests.” When you mention this to others, they say, “Don’t touch God’s anointed.” What do you do?
Here, goodness and gentleness work together, truth must be spoken, but in love. Silence disguised as patience is complicity. Confront respectfully, preferably with witnesses or through proper channels, letting love for the Church and God’s righteousness guide your tone.
“If your brother sins, go and show him his fault in private.” — Matthew 18:15
You’re asked to do something at church that you feel unqualified for, but you accept and do your best because you believe obedience matters more than comfort.
Faithfulness
“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”
đź“– Galatians 6:9
Which fruit is this referring to?
Goodness
The fruits of the Spirit are produced by trying really hard to be good.
False — They are produced by the Holy Spirit in a surrendered life.
This leader showed gentleness and humility when criticized by his own siblings, and God Himself defended him, declaring him the meekest man on earth.
Who is Moses?
(Reference: Numbers 12:3: Moses’ gentleness in leadership reveals true spiritual maturity.)
A fellow believer publicly insults you in front of others, twisting your words and damaging your reputation. They show no remorse and act as though nothing happened. What do you do?
Here, self-control must lead, resist the urge to retaliate. Then, faithfulness to truth calls you to address the issue privately, not for revenge but restoration. Peace doesn’t mean silence at the expense of integrity; real peace is built on truth.
“Blessed are the peacemakers.” — Matthew 5:9 (peacemakers, not peacekeepers)
You’re in a season where nothing seems to be going right — your plans have failed, people have disappointed you, and prayers feel unanswered.
Yet, in worship, you still raise your hands and genuinely thank God — not for the pain, but because you know He’s still good and present in it.
Joy
“He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.”
đź“– Proverbs 25:28
Which fruit is this referring to?
Self-control/temperance
Peace and patience can conflict with each other.
True — Sometimes peace requires action or correction, not passive patience.