Thus, the theme of love, a “fruit” of the Spirit, is introduced with a proper sense of proportion. Yet, lest the pendulum should swing too far the other way after such a brilliant hymn in praise of love as chapter 13, chapter 14 begins with the equally significant words: “Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts.” All through these three sane, eloquent, and practical chapters the balance is maintained. There is a strong insistence on the need of practical holiness for a profitable