Displaying Christian Sermons by tag: Roots

David Jeremiah (November-01-2022) Daily Devotional: Root and Fruit.

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. - Galatians 5:22-23

 Recommended Reading: Ephesians 5:8-9 - WALK IN LIGHT
8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness, righteousness, and truth),

 
Every gardener knows two things: The fruit depends on the root, and fruit happens naturally—fruit cannot be “willed” to appear. “Root” refers to the kind of plant it is—tomato, squash, bean, or other plant. Plants naturally produce their own kind of fruit, not the fruit of a different plant. And healthy plants naturally produce their fruit; it cannot be forced to appear.

In spiritual terms, the New Testament speaks of both root and fruit. In Colossians 2:7, Paul wrote that we are “rooted and built up in [Christ].” In other words, we are in Christ, born again to become different beings than we were before. In plant terms, whatever fruit Christ produced in His life, we should reproduce in our life. Paul also wrote of that fruit, calling it “the fruit of the Spirit” (Galatians 5:22-23). That fruit cannot be willed into existence by us. It is the result of the Spirit living in us.

If you want to manifest love, joy, peace, and other attributes of Christ, you must be rooted in Him by faith. From the root comes the supernatural fruit. Make it a priority to demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit to others today.

Fruit is evidence of the root. - John Blanchard

Joel Osteen (February-18-2021) Daily Devotion: Have Deep Roots.

TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: You can’t find firm footing in a swamp, but life rooted in God stands firm. Proverbs 12:3, MSG

TODAY'S WORD: When the ground is saturated, even a big sturdy oak tree with an extensive root system that extends beyond its canopy can be blown over by high winds. That’s because most of its roots are less than twelve inches deep and don’t have anything to anchor to.

It’s the same principle in life. We all have things that come against us—a medical issue, a business downturn, a child gets in trouble. What’s going to determine whether or not you stand strong and outlast these storms is the depth of your roots. The reason some people are always upset, offended, and discouraged is that they only have surface roots. They’re moved by what somebody said or did or something unfair. They’re always being tossed to and fro. But when you have deep roots, when you know that God is in control, you’re not moved by what doesn’t go your way. The winds may blow, but you’re still standing.

PRAYER FOR TODAY: “Father, thank You for giving me the promise that because my roots are in You, I will not be moved. Help me to sink my roots of faith deeper in You and trust in Your faithfulness. I declare that I am strong in You and in the power of Your might. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

Joel Osteen (May-24-2021) Daily Devotion: Somebody's Rooting For You.

TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1, NIV

TODAY'S WORD: I grew up playing sports, and I’ve experienced the difference it makes to have somebody in the stands cheering for you. When you know they’re watching you, you hear them calling your name, you see their hands up in the air, it does something on the inside. It causes you to jump a little higher and run a little faster. You’ve got a greater determination because you know somebody is rooting for you.

Today, you have a great multitude in heaven cheering you on! They’re saying, “You can do it! You’re a winner! You are well able, strong and equipped. No weapon formed against you will prosper!” 

No matter what difficulty you may be facing, you always have the home-field advantage. You are always surrounded by the voice of victory. Let that sink down deep into your heart today. Let it build confidence in you and give you the strength you need to keep moving forward into the abundant, victorious life He has prepared for you!

PRAYER FOR TODAY: Heavenly Father, today I am releasing every negative thing that has happened to me. I’m forgiving every person who has hurt me. I’m forgiving myself for mistakes I’ve made and releasing every disappointment so that I can live in Your peace and victory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Joyce Meyer (December-07-2018) Sermon: Roots of the Bad Fruit

Gloria & Kellie Copeland (October-09-2018) Jesus Came to Remove the Deepest Roots. Roots of bitterness and unforgiveness cause evil forces of offense to resurface again and again, but Jesus removes the deepest roots. Watch Gloria Copeland and Kellie Copeland on Believer’s Voice of Victory to hear how partnership with Jesus can uproot even the deepest roots of sin!To watch The Kellie and Jerri Show or to learn more about the program, click here.

Joseph Prince The Root Cause Of Your Problem Is Condemnation - Classic Sermon. When was the last time you had an evil day? If you look back and trace how it started, you will find that it all began when you received the accusations and condemnation of the devil. What brought about your evil day was not so much stress or fear, but the deepest root of all — condemnation. Listen to this message and root out condemnation in your life!

Michael Todd (June-30-2019) Fruit Inspection :: Root Cause. This message is from our series about the benefits of putting down spiritual roots.

Gloria Copeland & Billye Brim (April-8-2018) The Root Determines the Fruit. Did you know the root determines the fruit? Watch Gloria Copeland and Billye Brim on Believer’s Voice of Victory as they dig down to the root of the word shalom, which means "peace that comes from being whole." The goodness of God is the wholeness that brings you peace—and it comes through Jesus!

Joel Osteen - Sermon: Deep Roots.

Many people today are easily influenced by what’s happening around them. They are happy one minute, but the moment someone says something they don’t like, or traffic hits, or a grouchy boss or family member says something, they’re offended and upset.

But Jesus said in John 14:1, “Stop allowing yourself to be upset.” Let Joel teach you how to live life deeper to where you’re unmoved by external things. Life is too short to let your circumstances determine your joy. Start enjoying your life more and live with greater levels of peace and joy as you grow your roots deeper!