Good evening family. We began to look into John 15 yesterday, and see reasons why life can be so difficult. The reason God does prune areas of our life is explained in verses 3-6. Jesus tells us that we have been cleansed by the words He has spoken to us, and that branches can't bear fruit on their own. Point 1 is that if we are trying to stand alone, we can't grow in our relationship with Him. The branches that are connected to the vine the strongest bear the most fruit. Verse 6 lays it out even better... "Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away and withers; they are gathered and tossed into the fire and burned". You don't see gardeners removing the healthy branches to burn them, do you? God's pruning isn't easy, but maybe... just maybe... if you look at it you will see He is building your connection with Jesus stronger! Be a blessing!
In Christ,
Pastor J and Victor
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