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Spiritual Fruit by Ian Bailey (North Carolina)

Jesus said, “Each tree is recognized by its own fruit.” – Luke 6:44 (NIV)

Before I set out on the path to ministry, church members on a discernment board had to answer questions about me regarding my faith. Among the questions was this one: Does Ian have fruit? I had never really understood what Jesus meant in the verse quoted above, but this question made me consider the analogy anew.
When I worked for a sales company, one of my co-workers was a man who was always smiling, laughing, and pleasant to be around. Everyone loved him for his spirit. One day while I was making a sales call, the person on the phone was disrespectful to me. As I voiced my anger and frustration after the call, my colleague came into my office and said, “I’ve had calls like that before. When I do, I quickly pray to Jesus, smile, then make another call!” It was now clear to me why everyone was drawn to this man. He was bearing the fruit of a deep relationship with Christ, and many of us were hungry for this kind of spiritual strength.
Through my co-worker’s example I began to understand what Jesus meant by his words, “Each tree is recognized by its own fruit,” and to think about what this meant for my life as a pastor. As life’s challenges arise, others can see our fruit through the kindness and compassion we show them and by reflecting the peace of God within us.

TODAY’S PRAYER
Dear God, help us to take every opportunity to share with others the fruits of our relationship with you. Amen.

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