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In our busy lives, we often lose sight of what truly matters—bearing fruit for God rather than simply staying busy. John 14:21 teaches that love for God manifests in love for others. While we may engage in good activities, we must ensure they fulfill God's purpose. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar discuss how easy it is to mistake productivity for fruitfulness, just as Martha was consumed with tasks while Mary chose to abide with Jesus. God is the vine, and we are the branches. True fruitfulness comes from abiding in Him, not just from doing His work. If our efforts lead to stress, pride, or anxiety, we are likely not growing spiritually. Many people are so caught up in ministry or service that they neglect their relationship with God. This is dangerous because it shifts our focus from Him to our own efforts.Busyness is often celebrated in today's culture, but scripture warns that it can be a distraction. Rest should not merely serve to improve our productivity; it should be a time to abide in God. We must ensure that our actions are motivated by love. Without love, our best efforts are meaningless. Love, at its core, is genuine care for God and others. True fruitfulness should be an effortless outcome of abiding in Christ. As we grow in our relationship with Him, we should be moved by the fruits of the Spirit to share the gospel. Our love for God deepens as we understand His love for us.God works so we can rest, and resting is an act of defiance against the false gods of busyness and self-reliance. Jesus left His throne to bring us into His kingdom, calling us to be faithful rather than to strive for immediate fruitfulness. God knows what we need and what is best for us. When raising children, we must ask whether we are teaching them to be busy or to be fruitful. Too often, we are simply in survival mode rather than guiding them to abide in Christ. Resting in the Lord allows us to slow down and reflect on His will. Service without seeking the Lord is harmful. Colossians 1:10 teaches that true fruitfulness comes from increasing in our knowledge of God. To walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, we must devote ourselves to knowing His heart.Abiding in Christ requires time. Like any relationship, our connection with God deepens when we invest in it. Never approach ministry or service without first communing with Jesus. Fruitfulness cannot exist apart from truth, and it cannot be separated from Christ. Ultimately, our goal is not to achieve visible results but to remain faithful, trusting that God will bring about the fruit in His perfect timing.Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro
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This is message 8 in The Power of God's Name John 14:13-16, 15:16, 16:23-26 To ask in Jesus' name, as taught in John 14-16, is not a formula for getting what one wants, but a call to pray in alignment with Christ's will and authority. Jesus prepared His disciples to approach the Father with confidence, assuring them that their prayers would be heard and answered when offered in His name. Asking in Jesus' name means seeking God's glory, bearing spiritual fruit, and experiencing the joy of a relationship with the Father. It is both a sacred privilege and a serious responsibility, granted to those who belong to Christ and are committed to His purposes. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc
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Choosing the Narrow Path in a World of 8 BillionScripture References: Matthew 7:13-14; Galatians 5:13-26; Matthew 24; John 15Sermon Notes:Intro: (Podcast intro music fades) Welcome to today's sermon. We are living in an unprecedented time – the population has exploded from 4 billion to over 8 billion in roughly one lifetime. It took all of human history until 1804 to reach 1 billion, yet we've added 4 billion recently. What is God doing? You have been chosen by God to be alive now, handpicked for the greatest potential harvest in history. He's setting the stage. But how do we partner with Him effectively in this unique moment? Jesus speaks of two paths: one wide and easy, chosen by most, leading to destruction; one narrow and difficult, leading to life (Matt 7:13-14). We're called to this narrow path. This path is vividly described in Galatians 5.Key Points: The Narrow Path (Galatians 5)Marked with Love & Service (v. 13-15): Live a life of constant love and committed service, not just to those like us, but to anyone in need (the Good Samaritan principle). Resist the end-times trend of love growing cold (Matt 24). True joy is found outside self-focus.Yielding to Purpose (v. 16): Yield to the Holy Spirit's power, abandoning self-life cravings. God has an incredible, unique purpose written for your life. Don't just coast; ask Him what it is for this season.Obedience (v. 17-21): Recognize the conflict between self-life (flesh) and the Spirit. Actively avoid sin ("obvious" behaviors listed). Obedience isn't a burden; it's the key to freedom, peace, and clarity.Full of Fruit (v. 22-23): The narrow path produces limitless spiritual fruit (love, joy, peace, patience, etc.) as we stay connected to God (John 15). The world needs to see this authentic fruit, not just gifts.Complete Surrender (v. 24): We who belong to Christ have crucified the self-life. This death to self is central. Surrender control ("dead people don't talk"). It's counter-cultural but leads to true freedom.Embracing God's Rhythms (v. 25): Live by the Spirit and keep in step with the Spirit. Honor His pacing, including rest (Sabbath) and the season you're in. Pursue holistic health.Humility (v. 26): Forsake arrogance, comparison, and jealousy. Value all people, made in God's image. Be quick to honor, bless, and build up, not tear down.Conclusion: The narrow path is challenging, yes, but it's glorious – it's what we were made for. Dissatisfaction often stems from settling for the wide road. A man from Iran's underground church, who met Jesus supernaturally, shared his struggle finding that same Jesus in American Christianity, asking, "I didn't know people like you [living the narrow way] existed." His words are haunting. The 8 billion people on this planet desperately need to know that Christians like you – committed to the narrow path of love, service, purpose, obedience, fruitfulness, surrender, rhythm, and humility – exist.Call to Action: Recognize the significance of this moment in history. Choose today: will you settle for the comfortable, wide-road Christianity, or will you embrace the narrow path where Jesus is? As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. Commit to walking the narrow way outlined in Galatians 5. Let's be the people the world needs to see. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.
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EPISODE 457 | The 7 Signs of Bearing Spiritual FruitDo you hunger for God? Are you uncomfortable with sin? Is your life producing love, joy, and peace? Or are you stuck—comfortable but untransformed? The enemy wants to keep you stagnant. Jesus calls you to thrive.Join us as we expose spiritual roadblocks, dive into real-world insights, psychological research, and Scripture, and challenge you with practical steps to grow. Because a life in Christ is meant to overflow with fruit!Tune in now. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ILoveMyFamily.us or the Live IT App at http://MassImpact.us/APP.We would be so grateful for your prayers, engagement, and Partnership.GO: http://MassImpact.us/PARTNERWe are a full-time missionary movement 100% dependent upon your prayers and financial partnership.SUPPORT OUR MISSION BY USING OUR AMAZON BUTTON:https://amzn.to/461FFATBUY GREG'S BOOKS HERE"Twelve Roses" 12 Messages. ONE LIFE.https://amzn.to/4gX4Glu"The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville: Our Present-Day Plight Wrapped in a Fairytale"https://amzn.to/3KIX87xIF YOU'RE A CATHOLIC MAN interested in missioned friendships marked by the hearts of men united in striving to build the Kingdom. GO:http://Pentecost365.usSUPPORT CATHOLIC BUSINESSES and leaders committed to professional excellence and building the Kingdom. GO: http://MassImpact.us/KINGDOMOh, Most Holy Spirit, come and IGNITE the Great FIRE of Your Love! Set it ABLAZE in our minds and hearts!#Friendship #Mission #Catholic #Marriage #Family #ilovemyfamily #ThyKingdomCome #christian #home #faith #children #virtue #holiness #funny #inspiring #love #parents #happiness #heaven #politics #culture #Trump #Biden
Pastor Philip Jeffries Meadowthorpe Baptist Church http://www.meadowthorpebaptistchurch.com 330 Larch Lane, Lexington, KY 40511 (859) 523-3815
You can look like wheat and still be a weed. Jesus' parable in Matthew 13 reminds us: in the Kingdom, it's not about appearances—it's about fruit. What is your life actually producing? This message calls us to stop pretending and start truly following.
Week 1, Galatians 5:13-19, Nathan Chapman - Lead Pastor
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The Value of Spiritual Fruit - Fruit trees naturally produce fruit. They don't grunt, sweat or try harder. Christians should be the same with spiritual fruit.
In Matthew 13, David Henke examines the parable of the wheat and tares, highlighting the distinction between the children of God and the children of the devil. He explains how the enemy sows counterfeit believers alongside true followers of Christ, emphasizing the importance of discernment. The sermon challenges listeners to evaluate their faith and ensure they are producing fruit as children of God. In the end, God will separate the righteous from the wicked, bringing eternal reward for the faithful and judgment for the deceivers. ★ Support this podcast ★
The Prayers of Paul, Part 3 - Episode 236. Paul's prayer for the church at Colossae focuses on a single, significant fact: the Christian life begins in the mind of every believer. His prayer is that our minds would be "filled with the knowledge of God's will."
There is parable that Jesus says is the key to understanding all parables. In this message, Pastor Jamie Nunnally helps us understand this important teaching of Jesus. Jesus didn't use parables to make everything clear, but to make everyone think.Questions to ask when reading a parable:1. Who does each character represent?2. Where is the surprise twist in the story?3. What are the kingdom lessons behind each parable? Today's parable: The Parable of the SowerMark 4:3-9 NLTA sower is someone who plants seed. Mark 4:14 - 20 Questions to ask:Who is being represented in this parable?The farmer is anyone sharing the seed—the truth of God's word. The seed on the footpath represents people with hard hearts. Like rain on a water-proof jacket, it never soaks in. Why?Offense – holding unforgiveness in your heart makes you suspicious of everyone.Hurt – an unhealed heart will grow hard to protect itself from more hurt.Pride – the prideful heart isn't open to correction because they already think they know everything. Rebellion – the more you choose intentional disobedience, the harder it becomes to obey.Hebrews 3:7b-8a Satan wants to steal God's truth from you, just like birds want your food. The seed on the rocky soil represents people with shallow hearts. Problems and persecution come and they wither rather quickly. John 16:33 MSG The seed among thorns represents those who let worry, wealth and wanting overtake the growing fruit. 1 John 2:16-17 NIV The seed on good soil represents those who hear and accept—they repent, apply the word and live in the ways of the kingdom.James 1:23-24 NLT What is the twist in the story?The farmer threw seed everywhere. That was very inefficient farming, but it demonstrates the heart with which God shares Himself. What are the kingdom lessons in the story?1. God's word is for everyone.He sows seed everywhere.Titus 2:11 You've been given the antidote to this world's sickness—don't keep it to yourself.Don't reject God on someone else's behalf. Don't decide for them—just sow seed. 2. It's the condition of our heart that determines if we receive from God.2 Peter 1:3 This is why Proverbs 4:23 says keep/guard your heart will all diligence and above all else. Safeguard your soil! 3. Our application of God's instruction determines the amount of fruit in our lives.James 2:14 Real faith is evidenced by action. What determines 30, 60, or 100 fold? The quality of the soil. Your production is based on your hearing and accepting—your obedience. The degree to which you obey is the degree to which you'll produce a harvest of spiritual fruit. James 1:21 NLT ...Humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls.What type of soil are you?
Send us a textIf you're ready to grow deeper in your spiritual walk, this episode for you. In this episode, we explore what it means to bear spiritual fruit and how you can cultivate a life that reflects God's character and presence. Join us as we break down:The biblical foundation of spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22-23)Practical steps to nurture your spiritual growthReal-life examples of living a fruitful Christian lifeJoin the email listThank you for all your support and for listening to another episode of A Christian Podcast with Kevin Wilson!Make today worth living
How do we truly measure the growth of our daughter's faith? Is it even possible to identify and cultivate spiritual development in our girls, especially in a culture that often mocks the pursuit of Christlikeness? On this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael Culpepper and Natalie Ambrose tackle these pressing questions by diving into the concept of spiritual fruit, as described in Galatians 5:22-23. Through personal stories, Biblical insights, and practical advice, Rachael and Natalie explore how we can use God's Word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to discern the “faith snapshots” in our girls' lives. From celebrating small wins to anchoring discipleship efforts in Scripture, this conversation equips moms with tools to nurture the spiritual growth of their daughters—ensuring their faith flourishes even through life's challenges. You'll also hear from Patti Garibay, Founder & Executive Director of American Heritage Girls, in a Raising Godly Girls Minute. Patti's reflections on avoiding the “zoom-in” trap when gauging spiritual growth provide a refreshing perspective on allowing time and consistency to produce genuine fruit in our girls' hearts. Whether your daughter is just beginning her faith journey or navigating the complexities of teenage years, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps to ensure she remains connected to the true vine, Jesus Christ. Tune in and discover how to faithfully plant, water, and celebrate the fruit God is growing in her life. Find an American Heritage Girls Troop near you, visit americanheritagegirls.org Add even more Biblical wisdom to your parenting quiver, visit raisinggodlygirls.com
In this message, we'll focus on the fruit of the Spirit—a beautiful evidence of the Holy Spirit working in our lives under grace. The Holy Spirit empowers us and enable us to produce spiritual fruit if we are yielded to Christ by faith.
Join us as we humorously explore what it means to be "Fruity Christians." Drawing from Matthew 21:18-19, we unpack the metaphor of spiritual productivity, challenging ourselves to produce genuine, godly fruit rather than just showcasing outward appearances. Considering how truffles grow under certain conditions and in a specific climate, we understand how some spiritual fruit is also rare, and only comes about from embracing growth through trials and life’s difficulties. These reflections inspire us to align our lives with biblical promises, embracing challenges as stepping stones toward spiritual maturity and fruitful living marked by answered prayers. (00:00) Living in Constant Dependence on God(02:58) The Importance of Bearing Fruit(19:41) Embracing Growth Through Pain and Resistance(36:19) Enduring Pain and Waiting(48:17) Growing Fruitfulness Through Prayer and Maturity www.citylightnyc.com
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The Spiritual Fruit of Temperance Galatians 5:22-23
The Spiritual Fruit of Meekness Galatians 5:22-23
Coming & Going - A Biblical Guide for your Parenting Journey
Every fall, at least in the Midwest, families and friends flock to cider mills to experience the fruits of another great apple season. But we all know these fruits just don't appear overnight. It takes apple trees season after season to grow and mature and produce strong fruit. The same goes for us as believers. On today's episode of Coming & Going, Joe shares some encouragement for parents about what it means to grow in their faith with God that will produce strong fruit in their lives and their entire families, too! Check out more episodes of Coming & Going here: https://bit.ly/3YzmRqSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Spiritual Fruit of Faith Galatians 5:22-23
The Spiritual Fruit of Goodness Galatians 5:22-23
The Spiritual Fruit of Gentleness/Kindness Galatians 5:22-23
The Spiritual Fruit of Longsuffering Galatians 5:22-23
Let Your Practices Make You A Spiritual Fruit Not A Religious Nut Gita 18 66 by Exploring mindfulness, yoga and spirituality
The Spiritual Fruit of Peace Galatians 5:22-23
Use your spiritual fruits to help those around you taste and see that our great creator is truly good!-------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.
The Spiritual Fruit of Joy Galatians 5:22-23
The Spiritual Fruit of Love Galatians 5:22-23
Topics: Baby Carrots, BHS Jingle, Venting, New Ford, Banning Cells, Bobby Flay BONUS CONTENT: Taking A Stand Quotes: “Be careful of the rhetoric of war.” “Don't renounce Spiritual Fruit.” “I'm gonna rip those puppets out of your hands.” “Forgiveness is the way to get rid of your anger.”
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KIB446 – Spiritual Fruit, Pruning, and Cutting Down in the Kingdom Kingdom Intelligence Briefing We begin this episode with Mary sharing the prophetic connection between Roe vs. Wade and the stealing of the natural affections of an entire generation. Then, Dr. Lake teaches about examining spiritual fruit, the need for pruning (sanctification), and the coming judgment of God (the cutting down and burning of dead branches). Dr. Michael K. Lake is the Chancellor and Founder of Biblical Life College and Seminary. He is the scholar-in-residence for the Strategic Remnant Learning Center – Biblical Life Assembly. Dr. Lake is the author of the best-selling books “The Shinar Directive: Preparing the Way for the Son of Perdition,” “The Sheeriyth Imperative: Empowering the Remnant to Overcome the Gates of Hell,” “The Kingdom Priesthood: Preparing and Equipping the Remnant Priesthood for the Last Days,” and “The Kingdom Warrior: Full-Spectrum Spiritual Warfare 1.” He is a popular speaker at national Christian conferences and is a frequent guest on many Christian TV and radio/podcast programs in North America. Mary Lou Lake has worked side-by-side with her husband in ministry for over 40 years and is the author of the book “What Witches Don't Want Christians to Know – Expanded Edition.”
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What do you carry in your spiritual survival bag? Jim explores how Christians need more than just faith; they need the right tools for an abundant life, as promised by Jesus. In this message, Jim dives into the true purpose of following Jesus – becoming like Him. He contrasts the fruits of the flesh with the fruits of the Spirit, showing how true followers naturally exhibit Jesus' character traits. Join us on this journey of transformation, understanding how God uses trials to shape us into His image.
What do you carry in your spiritual survival bag? Jim explores how Christians need more than just faith; they need the right tools for an abundant life, as promised by Jesus. In this message, Jim dives into the true purpose of following Jesus – becoming like Him. He contrasts the fruits of the flesh with the fruits of the Spirit, showing how true followers naturally exhibit Jesus' character traits. Join us on this journey of transformation, understanding how God uses trials to shape us into His image.
In this episode Tori and I talk about what fruit you are reflecting to your community!Link to devo hereSubscribe to watch our Podcast on YouTube!Links to Talks with Tori!InstagramYoutubeApple PodcastsSpotifyFind us on YouTube and IG:YouTubeToriChad