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Seeds Need To Be Buried So That One Day, It Will Bear Fruit
“Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” John 12: 24, NIV Jesus reminded His disciples what it means to give up their lives for the sake of glorifying God. He used the imagery of a kernel being planted on the ground. It needs to die so that it may grow and produce more seeds. The same goes with our lives; there are times when we feel like we are buried on the ground, so dark, and it seems like there’s no hope left. It’s a hard season…
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John 15:4, NIV
Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. John 15:4, NIV You can’t bear fruit without Jesus. Remember that He is the vine. He is the source of life. You need His grace and salvation. You need His love. So don’t just live this life on your own. Maybe you think that you can independently do things outside His presence, but He alone can help you maximize the blessings that He gave. Acknowledge His sovereignty in your life, and be in a serious relationship with Him.…
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John 15:2, NIV
He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit, He prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. John 15:2, NIV God is looking for fruits in your life. You just can’t follow and love Him without experiencing any changes within. His children are always growing and bearing fruit for His glory. If instance, you can’t see fruits in your life. Then it’s time to take your walk with God seriously. Ask Him what you need to do so that you will experience and receive the blessings that He prepared. Look at your life and humbly surrender the things that…
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Day 377 – Proverbs 8:19
My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver. Proverbs 8:19, NIV Acquiring wisdom is better than the riches you can receive from this world. So take your time, and continue learning in His presence. Do not focus on your mistakes. Instead, set your eyes on the treasures behind your situation. Know that the precious gifts you can discover from the seasons that God allowed you to experience are more valuable than the temporary things of this world. He wants to give you an eternal reward. So seek His wisdom and let Him guide you. Treat Him as your teacher and choose to follow His instructions.…
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You will know the Heart of the Person by their Fruits
Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. Matthew 7:17, NIV If you wanted to know what’s in the heart of the person, then look at his fruits. Try to identify the outcomes of his actions or the way he reacts to other people. A person’s action somehow reflects the things that are going on in his heart. A follower of God carries the fruit of the Holy Spirit with Him, and it includes love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Try to identify these traits to a person, and you will know if the Holy Spirit is with him. This…
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The Things That You Sacrifice For God Will Never Be In Vain
Life will throw a lot of challenges, and sometimes, it will test your faith. It takes sacrifice and a lot of patience, but know that it will never be in vain as long as you do it for God. He sees your heart, and He knows everything. He appreciates every little thing that you do for His kingdom. So never be disappointed if you can’t see the fruits of your efforts. Because one day, God will bless your life with things that you can never imagine. He already prepared everything for you. So keep your faith and never give up. Move forward and continue to walk along the journey with…
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Day 135 – Matthew 21:43
“Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit.” Matthew 21:43, NIV Faith always produces fruit for the glory of God. You will know that you are growing the moment you will see the fruits in your life. So continue to do good things and keep on serving the people around you. Do not keep the blessings you receive from God for yourself. Instead, learn to share it with the people who greatly need your help, and God will bless the labor of your hands. Seek His name and glorify Him in everything that…
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Day 124 – Matthew 12:33
Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is recognized by its fruit. Matthew 12:33, NIV Your life will be recognized by the fruit that you have. Good things come from a good heart, so work on the inside so that you will be able to produce fruit that will benefit the people around you and glorify God. Always remember the fruits of the Holy Spirit. When you learn to live according to the will of God, then you will receive a bountiful harvest one day. Your life will be full of love, peace,…