8258 fruitfulness, spiritual

Fruitfulness is used by Scripture as a symbol of spiritual maturity and well-being.

Spiritual fruitfulness described

Gal 5:22-23 The results of the Holy Spirit’s activity in the life of a Christian believer. See also Ps 92:12; Pr 11:30; Isa 32:17; Jer 11:16; Eze 19:10; Eph 5:9; Col 1:10; Jas 3:17

Spiritual fruitfulness expected in God’s people

Jn 15:16 See also Isa 5:1-2; Mt 7:16-20 pp Lk 6:43-44 Such fruitfuless, seen in a person’s behaviour, is evidence of their true character; Ro 7:4

The conditions for spiritual fruitfulness

Spiritual fruitfulness through an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ Jn 15:4-5

Spiritual fruitfulness through a commitment to God’s word Ps 1:1-3 See also Mt 13:23; Jn 15:2-3

Spiritual fruitfulness through a death to self-interest Jn 12:24 Although Jesus Christ is speaking here primarily of his own death, the principle remains true for Christian living.

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