"I am the true Vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that continues to bear fruit, He [repeatedly] prunes, so that it will bear more fruit [even richer and finer fruit]." (John 15: 1 - 2 AMP)
What is pruning? Trimming and cleaning. Painful process. Pruning is done only to branches that show potential. Are you being pruned? Rejoice and laugh for joy. You are destined to bear much fruit in the Kingdom.
Opposite of fruitfulness is barrenness. A barren womb gives birth to wind. (Isaiah 26: 18).
What areas of your life need pruning? Consider the following:
Unbelief, worry, fear, unforgiveness, lust, love of money, prayerlessness, etc.
What are the fruits of a pruned branch?
Charity
2. Joy
3. Peace
4. Patience
5. Kindness
6. Goodness
7. Generosity
8. Gentleness
9. Faithfulness
10. Modesty
11. Self-control
12. Chastity
The above fruits represent the exact character of Jesus Christ.
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