For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.
- Luke 6: 43-45 (KJV)
Instead of saying what I believe about this verse, this is an excellent verse that can speak for itself. It speaks to each of us in a different way, but the meaning is important no matter what we feel when reading this verse. It applies to us as mothers, wives, people, and Christians. I encourage you to read this verse here and in your Bible and see how God is speaking to you through it.
Once you have read it, ask God to show you how it applies to your life. You may be struggling with something and find the encouragement you need to push forth and get through it. Every time I read and pray about this verse, I find a different area of my life in which it applies. We all want to bring forth good fruits and the best place to start is in God’s Word!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for giving me your Word, the Bible, so that I can hear you speaking to my heart. As I read Your Word each day, help me to learn how I can be the good tree that bringeth forth good fruit. Thank you Father for the gentle but effective way that you speak to my heart! Help me to make time each day to spend time with You and Your Word. Let not the hectic pace and busy times of life distract me from you and your ways. Help me to make time every day to read your Word and follow your ways. Help others to know you better by the fruit that is produced by my following You!
In Jesus Name,
Amen.
About the author: Alicia H. Tucker is a homeschool mom of three, after having taught in public schools for over ten years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Technology. She is a freelance writer and is currently working on writing her first book.
