The Fruit of Her Spirit
Tribute to First Lady Leola Monroe

Fruit begins in Love,

from love all fruit is come,
All that grows on Spirit’s vine

are seedlings love’s begun.

Unending Love from infinite grace,

showered and covered with joy,
Freely flowing from the hearts place,

so strong nothing can destroy.

Radiant Joy comes bursting out,

the sound of harmony’s peace,
Resounding from a heart without doubt,

a father’s love that will never cease.

Peace in the arms of the shepherd,

knowing patience never runs dry,
Resting in the promises of the Word,

with clarity of a clear blue sky.

Continual Patience with mortal flesh,

a kindness beyond any measure,
To become the envisioned vessel itself,

and revealed as the Savior’s treasure.

Kindness of spirit, Kindness of heart,

goodness shadowed by no night,
Radiating into everything,

to any who will delight.

Everywhere there is Goodness now,

faithfulness to it in every way,
Continually mindful of a solemn vow,

never to wander, never to stray.

Faithfulness to him and to him all so dear,
Facing tragedy and doubt, without any fear.

Gentleness in heart, goodness in life,
Reaching out in joy, reaching not in strife.

Self-Control of emotions ,

continues without defeat,
Victories’ both small and large,

all so sweet.

Love, Joy, Peace, Patience,

Kindness, Goodness too,
Faithfulness, Gentleness,

Self-Control are the things

Jesus wants us to do.

It’s so easy to spot,

the Spirit’s inspiring surprise,
To see the Fruit of Her spirit,

 just look into her eyes.