Fruitful

In (Genesis 49:22) Joseph was likened to a fruitful bough whose branches run over the wall. The picture is one of overflowing fruitfulness. That's exactly what Jesus wants to do in our lives as well. He wants us to be so close to Him that we are overflowing in His love, power, and Presence everywhere we go. Jesus tells us in (John 15) that He wants others to be refreshed and nourished by the fruit of His love and goodness, His graciousness, and patience in our lives. (John 15:8) says, "Herein is My Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be My disciples."
The ultimate purposes for following Jesus include spiritual blessings and eternal life, but must also include bearing spiritual fruit or winning others to Christ. That's what Paul meant when the church was supporting his missionary travels, and he said he desired that fruit would abound to their account in (Philippians 4:17). Could you imagine what kind of worship service we would have this Sunday if God's children came to church so saturated in Him overflowing with His love, power, and presence. We would have a service like none other and God's people would be beside themselves. It starts by following Jesus daily. Oh what a Savior is He! Praise His Holy Name!