Spiritual Pruning
Spiritual Pruning2
Only Purged Branches Bare More Fruit
By Leonard Ravenhill2.4K1:07:51JHN 15:1Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the necessity of being purged and pruned by God to bear more fruit in our lives, drawing from John 15. He reflects on the beauty of redemption through Christ's sacrifice and the importance of living a life that glorifies God. Ravenhill encourages believers to cherish the Word of God and to recognize the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in their lives. He stresses that true fruitfulness comes from a deep relationship with Christ, who is the true vine, and that God desires to work within us for His good pleasure. Ultimately, he calls for a revival of spiritual fervor and commitment to God's will.
Walking in the Light
By Phil Beach Jr.2323:37PSA 139:23ISA 5:6MAT 7:1JHN 8:12JHN 15:2JHN 17:22GAL 5:22EPH 5:8HEB 4:121JN 1:5Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of walking in the light of Christ, acknowledging that true transformation and pruning in our lives come from God alone. He warns against the dangers of taking it upon ourselves to judge or correct one another, reminding us that it is the light of Christ that exposes our hearts and reveals our sins. The sermon encourages believers to embrace the process of being pruned for greater fruitfulness, fostering a deeper fellowship with God and one another. Beach highlights that our joy and unity stem from focusing on Jesus and His light, which cleanses and purifies us. He concludes with a call to share in communion, affirming our commitment to live in the light and love of Christ.