WE ARE THE LORD’S WELL WATERED PLANTING
The trees of the Lord are well watered, the cedars of Lebanon that he planted. There the birds make their nests; the stork has its home in the junipers.
Psalm 104:16–17 NIV
Beloved, just as the trees of the Lord, particularly the cedars of Lebanon, are well watered and provide shelter for the birds, so we are God's own planting, created for the display of His splendor! The Scripture declares: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” (Ephesians 2:10 NLT)
We are branches of the True Vine, Jesus Christ. Just as the cedars provide a dwelling place for birds, we are called to produce spiritual fruit that nourishes others and brings glory to God. Jesus reminds us:“You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name.” (John 15:16 NLT)
We are God's own oaks of righteousness. Our lives should produce the fruits of righteousness, love, faith, obedience and good works that bring pleasure to our Father
Just Jesus cursed the fig tree because He found no fruit on it (Matthew 21:18–19). He also cuts off every branch in Him that does not bear fruit. (John 15:2 NIV)
This is why we must continually abide in Christ. Our fruitfulness does not come from striving in our own strength but from remaining connected to the True Vine. His life flows through us, His Word transforms us, and His Spirit empowers us to bear lasting fruit.
WE PRAY FOR THE GRACE TO STAY ROOTED IN CHRIST SO AS TO BEAR FRUIT TO THE GLORY OF GOD THE FATHER IN JESUS NAME AMEN!
THANK YOU JESUS!
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