John 15:1-2 (NIV)
I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener … every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.
Sometimes my Master Gardener prunes fruitful branches to make room for more and better fruit. When God cuts back one of my fruitful branches, it feels like a mistake.
Some plants don’t bear fruit on first-year growth. When new fruit doesn’t grow right after pruning, it feels like a bigger mistake.
God doesn’t make mistakes, and pruning is part of His master plan.
Good morning, Lord. Sometimes You want me to let go of what’s good and familiar to embrace something different and better. Grant me a heart willing to trust You and a mind able to give up control. Stop me when I start to complain. Fill my mouth with gracious and grateful words.
