Walking with God · Part 11 of 19
Fruit You Cannot Force
“He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit.”John 15:5 (KJV)
A branch does not strain, compare itself, or tape fruit onto itself to look productive. It remains connected to the Vine, and life flowing through it becomes visible.
We obey and cooperate with the Spirit, but transformation is different from trying to become like Christ without depending on Christ. Fruit takes time. Roots may be growing when nothing is visible. The goal is not the fruit itself. The goal is Jesus.
Reflection
Am I measuring my fruit or remaining close to Christ? Where do I need less striving and more abiding?