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Bear fruit, or else! - Matthew 21:18–22Sam CraneRidley College Chapel Sermon (Semester 1/Week 7/Thursday 2025)
How does your fruit look? Is it abundant and full, or small and falling to the ground? Our great friend, Jake, is going to speak about how to bear, not just good fruit, but ABUNDANT fruit. It is not always easy, but God gives us the knowledge of how to stay continually in Him. Please let us know what you thought about today's lesson. We would love to have Jake back anytime. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit Jakes's sculpting website at www.griggssculpting.com
Jesusbegins, “A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he cameseeking fruit on it, and found none. Then he said to the vinedresser, ‘Behold,these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none. Cut itdown; why does it cumber the ground?'” In Jewish law (Leviticus19:23-25), a new tree's fruit wasn't eaten for three years, the fourth year'scrop went to God, and the owner enjoyed it from the fifth year on. This ownerhad waited seven years—far beyond the norm—yet the tree remained barren.Frustrated, he orders it cut down, tired of it wasting good soil. Butthe story doesn't end there. The vinedresser intercedes: “Lord, let it alonethis year also, till I shall dig about it and dung it. And if it bears fruit,well; and if not, then after that you shall cut it down”. Theparable stops abruptly, leaving us to ponder the outcome. Did the tree bearfruit? Was it spared or chopped down? Jesus leaves it open-ended, shifting thefocus from the tree's fate to ours. Thisparable speaks on two levels: to the nation of Israel and to us as individuals.For Israel, the fig tree was a symbol (Isaiah 5:1-7; Matthew 21:18-20). God,the owner, had lavished it with unique blessings—covenants, commandments,patriarchs, prophets, and priests (Romans 9:1-5). Unlike Gentile nations leftto fend for themselves, Israel was planted in fertile soil to bless the world.Jesus, the vinedresser, spent three years of ministry crossing the land,teaching with unmatched wisdom and working miracles like no one else. Yet, thenation remained barren, rejecting Him in unbelief. “Why does it cumber theground?” it was asked—Israel wasn't just fruitless; it spoiled the soil byfailing its calling. Still,God's patience shines through. The vinedresser pleads for one more year—moretime to dig, fertilize, and nurture. This mirrors the forty years after Jesus'ministry when the early church, starting with a Jewish remnant at Pentecost,preached the gospel powerfully to the nation. But rejection persisted. By AD70, the Romans destroyed Jerusalem and the temple—the tree was cut down. God'sgrace had limits; judgment came when the borrowed time ran out. Ona personal level, this parable is a mirror. God is gracious and long-suffering(2 Peter 3:9), doing more than enough to draw us to repentance and fruitfulness(Matthew 3:7-10). He has every right to cut us down for our barrenness, yet inmercy, He spares us. The three years might reflect Jesus' ministry in ourlives—His presence, teaching, and Spirit working to produce fruit like love,faith, and obedience. The extra year is His ongoing patience, giving us time torespond. But we can't presume on His kindness forever—judgment will come (James5:9). Theopen ending is intentional. Like the Book of Jonah, it forces us to finish thestory with our own lives. The question isn't “What happened to the tree?” but“What will happen to me?” God seeks fruit—real, tangible evidence of a changedlife. He won't accept substitutes like excuses or good intentions. When we hearof tragedies claiming lives, we should ask, “Am I just taking up space, or am Ibearing fruit for God's glory?” The time to repent and grow is now—“Now is theday of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2). ClosingChallengeReflecton your own “fig tree” this week. Where is God seeking fruit in yourlife—perhaps in your relationships, service, or devotion? Identify one barrenarea and take a step to nurture it—pray for strength, serve someone, or rootout a sin. Don't let this extra year pass fruitlessly; respond to His patiencewith action today. PrayerHeavenlyFather, thank You for Your patience, sparing us when we deserve judgment. Likethe vinedresser, You tend us with grace, seeking fruit. Forgive our barrennessand stir us to repent and grow. Help us bear fruit that glorifies You—love,faith, and obedience. Give us urgency to act now, trusting Your mercy won'tlast forever. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Send us a textMatthew 13:23 says "But he who received seed on the good ground is he who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and produces: some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. In Matthew 13:23 we see the true believer. Jesus described in verses 18-22 the ones who never wanted salvation, the ones who cared more about riches and things, and the ones who did not want to be persecuted. The true believer is one who understands the message, receives it and responds in believing faith in Jesus as it says in Ephesians 1:13-14. All who believe in Christ produce some kind of spiritual fruit (doing good, sharing, praise, leading others to Christ, etc.). You may have to look hard but the fruit is there. The bible would say if there is no fruit then you have no root. You don't belong to Jesus. See also John 15. I heard someone say if you were arrested for being a Christian would there be enough evidence to convict you? Something to think about. Do people know you are a Christian and what you stand for?Mark 8:36 "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. Have you trusted Him as your Savior? He can Save you if You ask Him based on His death, burial, and resurrection for your sins. Believe in Him for forgiveness of your sins today. “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” -John 8:32 Our mission is to spread the gospel and to go to the least of these with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ; We reach out to those the World has forgotten. hisloveministries.podbean.com #HLMSocial hisloveministries.nethttps://www.instagram.com/hisloveministries1/?hl=en His Love Ministries on Itunes Don't go for all the gusto you can get, go for all the God (Jesus Christ) you can get. The gusto will get you, Jesus can save you. https://www.facebook.com/His-Love-Ministries-246606668725869/?tn-str=k*F The world is trying to solve earthly problems that can only be solved with heavenly solutions
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In today's devotional, Dr. Michael Youssef reveals the only way to bear good fruit. If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon series The Spirituality That Heals: LISTEN NOWAVAILABLE NOW FOR YOUR GIFT OF ANY AMOUNTOne out of every seven Christians around the globe suffers intense persecution. As hatred toward followers of Jesus increases, we will be forced to either take a stand for Christ or retreat into cowardice. We will be forced to either proclaim our love for Jesus or deny our Lord. That's why Dr. Michael Youssef has written his newest book God's Final Call. In this timely teaching from Revelation 2-3, Dr. Youssef leads you through important warnings and uplifting encouragements from Christ Himself delivered in His seven letters to the seven churches of Revelation—words just as relevant today as they were to the first century church. Jesus' letters teach His followers how to live victoriously in times of peril and hostile opposition, so may we heed them closely as the world grows darker and more evil. Request your copy today for your gift of any amount!*Offer valid in US, UK, and Canada through April 20, 2025.
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Fr. Peter tells us to try and "bear fruit" before we are "cut down"To support our podcasts, go to https://www.holyfamilyorlando.com/giveHoly Family is a vibrant Catholic Parish in SW Orlando near Dr. Phillips, Isleworth, Windermere, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Horizon West, Metrowest. Also, conveniently located near the theme parks (Disney, Universal, SeaWorld) as well as the Orlando Convention Center.
Welcome back to The Switch!This one's about bearing fruit—even when no one's picking it. We kick it off with the story of Macario Martinez, a street sweeper turned viral musician. Everybody sees the blow-up... nobody saw the years of showing up.Switch-it-up Steps:The Tree Was Always There:Macario was posting, creating, working—and nobody was stopping by his “tree.” But the fruit was there. That one night, someone picked it—and everything changed.The Only Thing You Can Control is the Song:You don't control who shares it, likes it, or goes viral. You control the work. That's it. Same with this podcast, same with any creative project.Don't Let Your Fruit Rot:If you have talent, if you've got something inside—you have to express it. We talked about how buying fruit and letting it sit til it goes bad is just like letting your gift rot. If you don't use it, it's wasted.I Gave Up Before:Oscar opens up about how he stopped before—subconsciously thinking “what's the point?” But now? He's back. New season, new commitment to showing up and sharing the fruit.Overnight Doesn't Mean Easy:We get into Macario's so-called “overnight success” and how fast rise can mean fast fall. One-hit-wonder bands, viral moments, the whole thing. You have to build the roots, not just chase the spotlight.Be the Connector:Eric shares a moment from that day—how he helped connect someone to the right person. That's what it takes. Somebody shared Macario's video. Someone connected the dots. Who are you helping shine today?Gratitude + The Share:As always, we close it out with what we're grateful for, and a reminder:Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. Be the one who picks the fruit and passes it on.Stay Connected:Catch Eric: @infinitetalkspodCatch Oscar: @happyoscarstudioDon't wait for the perfect moment. Bear fruit anyway. Someone will come by.
In this message, we'll unearth Jesus' patient heart in the parable of the fig tree. Discover God's invitation to "dig deep" and "fertilize" your inner life, trusting His timing and embracing His repeated chances for you to bear fruit that lasts.Passage: Luke 13:6-9
In this homily for the 3rd Sunday of Lent (Year C), we reflect on Jesus' urgent call to repentance through the parable of the barren fig tree. Fr. Michael explores how different generations in the Church have approached justice and mercy—and how both extremes can miss the heart of the Gospel. Drawing from personal experience, Church history, and Scripture, this talk reminds us that the call to repentance is not a threat, but an invitation to hope. God's mercy is greater than all our sins, and Lent is the time to return to Him with our whole hearts.
The Third Sunday in Lent, March 23, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: Always Present, Always Patient.First Reading: Exodus 3:1-15.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 13:1-9. Bear Fruit of Repentance.Pastor Nate Kassulke
Sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent (C) Sunday, 23 March A+D 2025 Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch
Thank you for joining us today as we come together to worship. Today, we continue our teaching series, In Christ, where we are exploring what it means to follow and truly depend on Jesus. This week, we will focus on John 15:1-17 and discover what it means to "Bear fruit". We've recently launched our new Online Campus! Join us live at 9:09 AM for real time engagement, connection, and community or watch the service anytime after it concludes. We'd love to interact with you and help you take your next steps in faith. Visit https://lighthousecommunity.online.church/ to join the conversation, fill out a connection card, submit prayer requests, or access our giving portal. We're so glad you're here Welcome Home!
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Jaime L. Waters preaches for the Third Sunday of Lent, offering a reflection on repentance:"Repentance allows us to turn our attention to aspects of ourselves and our lives that need more care and correction. The gardener acknowledges the ways that the tree has failed and commits to cultivating the earth and adding nutrients to nourish the tree and help it grow. The gardener asks for time, recognizing that renewal might not happen overnight. Then, the parable simply ends unresolved which I think is very fitting. The missing resolution and the lack of conclusion might signal that we need to finish the story. We have the opportunity to give time and care to nourish ourselves (and others too), and the results hopefully will be very positive! Today's Gospel reminds us to be intentional about our spiritual growth and development, turning away from sin and turning towards God, so that we, too, may bear fruit."Jaime L. Waters is Associate Professor of Old Testament and Program Director of Courage to Preach at Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry. She holds graduate degrees from Yale Divinity School (MA, Religion) and Johns Hopkins University (MA, PhD, Near Eastern Studies). Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/03232025 to learn more about Jaime Waters, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.
On Sunday we wrapped up our series on prayer with a teaching on John 15 and our identity as those chosen to bear fruit. The fruit that we are appointed to bear is the renewal of all people to God's design. We were appointed for this by God and it's our responsibility to remain connected to Him as our life source in order to do so. We remain by believing truth about what Jesus' blood affords and who we are because of it. We remain by living in thankfulness and acknowledging our need for Him. We remain by confessing sin and standing on Jesus' blood for forgiveness. Revival is all about the priority of His presence above everything else.
Sins (Part 8) - The Sin of Failing to Grow or to Bear FruitMatthew 21:19 & John 152 March 2025 - Sunday EveningDr. Brad Weniger, Pastor
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This message is going to be a "gut punch," but with this direct call to either repent and bear fruit or perish, Christ also gives us a message of hope. The time is now. The call is urgent. Repent and bear fruit. (Luke 13:1-9)
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Weekly sermons from City Lights Church based in Greeley Colorado. Featuring head Pastor Kurt Chamberlain and other guest speakers.
24_0125 -Ep.350 – Run With Horses Podcast – How Should We Then Live? Podcast: rwh.podbean.com Website: www.runwithhorses.net Youtube: https://youtube.com/@rwhpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast Author pages with links to all books on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BCSDDVLB – James Norman Smith https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BMGW51FW – Susan Jane Smith Living with Eternity in Mind 2 Peter 3, speaks powerfully about the end of the world, the second coming of Christ, and how we should live knowing the judgement is coming. Do you think about how to live with the reality that one day this world will be destroyed and we will stand before God to give an account for our lives? The Coming Judgment [2 Peter 3:1-10] Peter reminds us that God's judgment is not delayed; God is patient, wanting no one to perish but all to come to repentance (v. 9). The day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, unexpected, and it will bring sudden destruction. And it is certain. We see here that Peter emphasizes something we must remember: Just because God hasn't acted yet doesn't mean He won't. God's timing is different from ours. We may think He's slow, but He is actually giving us time to turn to Him. How Should We Live in Light of the Coming Judgment? [2 Peter 3:11-14] In verses 11-14, Peter shifts the focus from the world's end to our responsibility as Christians. Since all these things are going to be destroyed, Peter asks, ‘What manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness?' This is a profound question for us today. If we know that one day the world as we know it will end, and we will stand before God, how should we live in the here and now? Living in Light of Eternity Living with Hope and Patience Pursuing Holiness Being Ready for Christ's Return The Role of the Church in Living with Eternity in Mind [2 Peter 3:15-16] The church plays a crucial role in preparing believers for the coming judgment. We're not just here to be entertained or to consume religious content. We are here to be equipped, to grow in godliness, to be His body at work on His mission in the world and to live with the constant awareness that Christ could return at any moment. As members of the church, we need to encourage one another to stay focused on eternal truths. We need to challenge one another to live holy lives, to persevere in faith, and to continue spreading the gospel to those who don't know Christ. There is no more important mission for us. Practical Applications for Today Prioritize What Lasts Live with Urgency in Sharing the Gospel Cultivate a Heart of Holiness Serve Others in Light of the Coming Judgment Live Peacefully and Blamelessly The Holy Spirit Empowers Us for Service 1. The Holy Spirit Empowers Us to Be Witnesses of Jesus 2. The Holy Spirit Equips Us with Spiritual Gifts for Ministry 3. The Holy Spirit Guides Us in Discipling Others 4. The Holy Spirit Enables Us to Bear Fruit in Discipleship 5. The Holy Spirit Strengthens Us for the Work of Discipleship Matthew 28:20 – “...and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.” The Holy Spirit is with us, empowering us to live out our calling to make disciples and bring others into the Kingdom of God. – “Thank you for listening today! Giving Thanks should be a daily part of the life of every disciple of Jesus. We have so much to be thankful for, we just so easily are distracted by the details of life.Be intentional, be thankful! -If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. May we all be found faithful, ready, and living for eternity. Until next time, keep your eyes on Jesus and never stop running."
Preparing Our Hearts to Bear Fruit for God | Women's Retreat 2025 | Stephanie Schwartz
We are invited into a life of abiding in God so we can be changed by God in order that we might be sent out for Him. In this sermon, Pastor Brent discusses the second aspect of that statement—whether change is possible and how it happens. First, Jesus gives us a vision for our lives. Second, change itself is a long journey. Third, there is a shortcut to growth, but no one chooses it. And finally, real change comes as we learn to abide in God's love.
Christ said that He is the vine and we are the branches connected to Him. Without Him, we can do nothing. But as long as we remain connected to Him and His word, He will bring forth fruit in us. VF-2461 John 15:1-17 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2025 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved
"Abide and Bear Fruit: Living a Faith that Flourishes (John 15:1-8)"Description: Start 2025 by diving into Jesus' powerful teaching in John 15:1-8: “I am the Vine, you are the branches.” In this sermon, we explore the life-giving connection between abiding in Christ and bearing spiritual fruit. Learn how God's pruning prepares us for growth, why abiding in Christ is essential, and how a practice-based faith can transform your life and community.Key takeaways include:What pruning means for your spiritual growth and how it brings freedom.Establishing daily and communal practices to stay connected to Christ.How bearing fruit glorifies God and impacts the world around you.Be inspired to remain rooted in Jesus and live out His mission with purpose and vitality.
Abide 2025 • Week 1 • John 15:1-5, 1 Corinthians 4:14-20
In this week's episode, we will discuss the Parable of the Sower and letting God's Word bear fruit in our lives. We will discuss how to and not to read God's Word, and how to be both a "hearer" and a "doer" of God's Word. The Scripture we will cover this week will be Luke 8:4-15, and James 1:22. CLOTHES AVAILABLE AT https://gdly.shop --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/braxtenhm/support
Sermon for The Third Sunday of Advent at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and The Ev. Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, both in The Bronx, New York (Luke 3:7-18).
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Today's episode is our annual Christmas episode! Mystie, Abby, and Brandy are discussing one of their favorite Christmas books, The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree by Gloria Houston. You're going to love this conversation! *** It's time for the Sophie Christmas gift! Every year, we give a little something to our Sophie members to say thank you and offer them a bit of encouragement. This year, we're having we're having Heather Lloyd from Concordis Education give her excellent talk "Culturing Olive Trees: Families that Bear Fruit." Mystie and Abby predict that you are going to LOVE IT! This live event will take place TODAY, Friday December 13th, at 2:30pm Central time. If you would like to join us live, or catch the replays, all you have to do is make sure you are a Sophie level member of the Sistership! Just go to scholesisters.com slash join and sign up. *** Click here to access today's show notes. Click here to join the FREE area of the Sistership.
Earlier this year, 10ofThose was privileged to host Sarah Allen at a women's conference in west London about her new book Pause: How to Enjoy God, Find Hope and Bear Fruit through Midlife and the Menopause. Speaking on the importance of finding rest and joy in God during what can be a challenging time of life for both women and the whole family, Sarah shares encouragement and biblically-founded wisdom across two talks and a Q&A.This second and final part contains the second of Sarah's talks plus the Q&A which features essential insight into the spiritual and physical nature of midlife as well as how we should approach this season as eternity-minded followers of Christ.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.To learn more about Pause: How to Enjoy God, Find Hope and Bear Fruit through Midlife and the Menopause, please visit either our US or UK based sites.
Earlier this year, 10ofThose was privileged to host Sarah Allen at a women's conference in west London about her new book Pause: How to Enjoy God, Find Hope and Bear Fruit through Midlife and the Menopause. Speaking on the importance of finding rest and joy in God during what can be a challenging time of life for both women and the whole family, Sarah shares encouragement and biblically-founded wisdom across two talks and a Q&A.Sarah is also joined by Dr Rosslyn Perkins who speaks from a professional medical experience as a general practitioner, and seeks to answer some of the big questions around the physiological and psychological nature of menopause as well as what the Bible has to say about medical responses to our bodies. This first part (of two) contains the first of Sarah's talks and Dr Perkins' insights. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review on wherever you listen! Also remember to share with friends and family; both of those actions will help us spread the word about the show.To learn more about Pause: How to Enjoy God, Find Hope and Bear Fruit through Midlife and the Menopause, please visit either our US or UK based sites.
Pastor Josh Griffith preaching live from Still Water Baptist Church on 10/30/24
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