Matthew 7:19
Every tree that
does not bear good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.
I still remember the
pine tree near our house that really belongs to our neighbor. That pine tree is a home to sparrows. In the morning, I would wake up to the
singing and chirping of these small birds.
But one day, our neighbor has to extend their house. They have to cut down the pine tree. I even overheard them saying, “Let’s cut it
down. It doesn’t even bear fruits!” Well, hello, it is a pine tree! And since then, I no longer hear the chirping
and I wonder where have those little birds has gone.
Bearing fruits is just one benefit we gain
from a tree. And there are more like
providing shade during summer, home for birds, “playground” where we can climb
and lie down on its mighty branches.
Similarly, as Christians, it is important
that in whatever time is given to us that we are fruitful and fragrant for the
world in which we live in. Hopefully,
God isn’t chopping us down yet, for he loves the trees too much. But nevertheless life is short: sometimes shorter
than we think it will be. And the need
for fruit becomes urgent!
Am I bearing fruits now? There are many types of fruit that could be
examined: giving, praying, righteousness,
forgiveness, tithing, ministering, leading others to Christ, missionary
support. Each is different, but each is
from the same Lord.
Each of us is different with different
gifts and fruits, but we are all of the same body, grafted on to the best rootsoil
the world has ever known: Jesus Christ himself. Use what God has given you for His glory, to
bear fruit, and to further His Kingdom.
Start bearing fruits, or be cut down!
Let us pray +
Almighty Father, You are a patient and
merciful God. Teach me to respond with
great reverence to You so I may bear good fruits and be a blessing to
others. Teach me to use this time of
grace in proclaiming Your words so others may bear fruit also, all for Your
glory and praise. Amen +
The Lord remembers his covenant for ever.
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