The pomegranate is mentioned many times in the Bible. It decorated the robe of Israel's high priest and was used throughout Solomon's Temple as a reminder of beauty, fruitfulness, and God's abundant blessings.
One of the most remarkable features of a pomegranate is what lies inside. From the outside, it appears to be just one piece of fruit, but inside are hundreds of seeds. One fruit has the potential to produce many more.
Jesus taught that His followers should live the same way.
"I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing."
—John 15:5
God never intended for our faith to stop with us. As we abide in Christ, our lives should produce fruit that blesses others and brings glory to Him. The Holy Spirit works within every believer to produce His character.
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance..."
—Galatians 5:22-23
Just as every seed inside a pomegranate represents the potential for new life, every act of kindness, every word of truth, every prayer, and every faithful witness can become a seed that God uses in someone else's life. We may never know how far one obedient act will reach this side of heaven.
As you look at this Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate, remember that God has not only saved you—He has called you to bear fruit. Stay close to Christ, and let your life become a blessing to those around you.
Take a Moment:
If someone examined the fruit of your life today, what would they find? Ask the Lord to help you abide in Him so that His love, joy, peace, and truth will overflow into the lives of others.
One of the most remarkable features of a pomegranate is what lies inside. From the outside, it appears to be just one piece of fruit, but inside are hundreds of seeds. One fruit has the potential to produce many more.
Jesus taught that His followers should live the same way.
"I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing."
—John 15:5
God never intended for our faith to stop with us. As we abide in Christ, our lives should produce fruit that blesses others and brings glory to Him. The Holy Spirit works within every believer to produce His character.
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance..."
—Galatians 5:22-23
Just as every seed inside a pomegranate represents the potential for new life, every act of kindness, every word of truth, every prayer, and every faithful witness can become a seed that God uses in someone else's life. We may never know how far one obedient act will reach this side of heaven.
As you look at this Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate, remember that God has not only saved you—He has called you to bear fruit. Stay close to Christ, and let your life become a blessing to those around you.
Take a Moment:
If someone examined the fruit of your life today, what would they find? Ask the Lord to help you abide in Him so that His love, joy, peace, and truth will overflow into the lives of others.
John 15:5