And the remnant who have escaped of the house of Judah shall again take root downward, and bear fruit upward.
A tree grows in three directions: 1. Upward 2. Downward 3. Outward. This verse promises growth, strength and expansion for the life of every believer. This process is demonstrated in stages.
Taking root downward speaks of an internal process known only by the Lord and us. The root system is below the surface and out of sight, out of mind. Just like a tree, you and I have growth that goes unnoticed and undetected but make no mistake about it, our roots will influence our fruit - and our fruit will influence the lives of others... The Fruit is In The Root!
Baring fruit upward speaks of the outward, visible manifestation of the good things of God in us.
“...you shall know them by their fruit...” Matthew 7:16 NOT by the thickness of their bark, the size of their leaves nor the color of their flowers... but by their fruit - their attitude and action concerning God and one another... We are to bear fruit that will glorify our Heavenly Father!
The rings on the inside of a tree may be totally hidden from the human eye, but year after year they record a message...
Faithful...
Fruitful...
Flourishing...
Press Forward,
Pastor Jody
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