PART 1 OF 2: The Fruits of the Spirit are the characteristics of the Godhead, and without mastery of these, one will not UNDERSTAND the Gospel of the Kingdom. When Jesus walked among man, He consistently taught of the Kingdom of God … especially in His interactions with the “religious leaders” of His time. In an examination of these discussions, we will analyze these religious groups, and their relationships with one another and the body of Christ. We will also begin to peer into their overall mindset towards the Word and provide a comparison to those who are considered elders and spiritual leaders today.