I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me.
~John 15:1-11
During my brief stint in Italy, I saw many fruit trees/plants. Each time I did this passage was brought to mind. I saw a lot of fruitless branches in addition to those abounding with produce. I didn't take pictures of those because they are useless and ugly. I pray those two adjectives never be used to describe my or any brother/sister's life.
Simply put, abide in Him.
Thanks for the pictures and the beautiful application. Well done.
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