The Fruit of the Spirit is Peace

This episode of the Radically Christian Podcast features a conversation between Wes McAdams and Bert Ritchie, a minister from Northern Ireland who has spent decades working toward peace and reconciliation. The discussion begins with Bert recounting his upbringing, his ministry journey, and the backdrop of sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland. He describes how religious and political divisions fueled hostility for generations and how the peace accord reduced violence, though tensions remain unresolved.

The heart of the conversation focuses on what it means to pursue peace as a follower of Jesus. Bert emphasizes that peace is not just...