In this sermon, the preacher begins by asking a rhetorical question about the usefulness of a vine branch from the forest. He emphasizes that the branch is only fit for fuel and cannot be used for any productive work. The preacher then transitions to the topic of the true vine, which is Jesus Christ. He explains that Jesus replaces the false vine, symbolizing Israel's failure to fulfill its purpose. The preacher references Psalm 80 and Ezekiel 15 to support his message, highlighting the biblical imagery of God bringing a vine out of Egypt and questioning the significance of the vine tree.

Jonathan Edwards preaches on the importance of bringing forth fruit to God, using the analogy of a vine tree to illustrate how unfruitful individuals are like barren trees that are ultimately useless unless they bear fruit. He emphasizes that man's highest end is to serve and glorify God, and if one fails to do so actively, they will be passively useful only in their destruction. Edwards urges listeners to examine themselves, strive to be actively useful by bringing forth fruit to God, and warns of the consequences of remaining unfruitful, highlighting that God will glorify Himself in the ruin of those who do not fulfill their purpose.