Series: FruitWorks~Fulfillment

In Galatians 5:22-23, we are given a list of the fruits of the Spirit. They are the guidelines to which we conduct ourselves in our daily walk. These are nine different aspects of Godliness that we must adhere to in order to live to our fullest spiritual potential. They vary slightly, depending on the translation, but the foundational fruits of the Spirit are: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. While at first glance, these all look the same, a closer look reveals small differences in their meanings, which translates to differences in their application and implementation. This article is meant to shed light on each of these nine characteristics of holiness, to explore their nuances and minute differences. Fulfillment falls under the category of peace.

Fulfillment

What is it? What does it look like? But, what does this word really mean? How do we apply it? And, is there a Scriptural model?

The dictionary describes fulfillment in the following way:

1. the act or state of fulfilling
2. the state or quality of being fulfilled; completion; realization

Fulfill is defined as:

1. to carry out, or bring to realization, as a prophecy or promise
2. to perform or do, as duty; obey or follow, as commands
3. to satisfy (requirements, obligations, etc.)
4. to bring to an end; finish or complete, as a period of time
5. to develop the full potential of

For I tell you that this which is written must still be fulfilled in me: 'He was counted with transgressors.' For that which concerns me has an end. Luke 22:37

Blessed is she who believed, for there will be a fulfillment of the things which have been spoken to her from the Lord! Luke 1:45

For Christ is the fulfillment of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes. Romans 10:4

Love doesn't harm a neighbor. Love therefore is the fulfillment of the law. Romans 13:10

When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, "It is finished." He bowed his head, and gave up his spirit. John 19:30

All of these verses have to do with something coming to an end, whether it be an actual end, or the foretelling of an actual end. As such, that is the reason that fulfillment falls under the category of peace.

When all things that we have set out to do have been accomplished; when we have come to the edge of everything, and cannot go any further; when our Godly assignment has been achieved, then we have fulfillment.

When our purpose has been shown, mapped out, walked, delivered, and done, then we have peace.