Pruning

 Pruning is the word that caught my eye in today's reading.  

People through the years have asked a variation on this question, "why does God let bad things happen to good people.?".  John 15:2 answers that question.   

 

In short, because it is necessary doe growth.  I Googled the following question, "why do they prune fruit trees?'.  Here is what I got. 

 

"The general purpose of pruning fruit trees and berry plants is to regulate growth, increase yields, improve fruit size and quality, and maintain plant health and vigor. Most pruning is done during the dormant season, preferably just before active growth begins in the spring.Feb 13, 2018  

 

It is a necessary process in the development of the tree or vine. 

 

Now let me relate that to the verse for today.  Take a look. 
 
John 15:2  Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He [a]takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit.   

 

Isn't it interesting that Jesus uses pretty much the same reason regarding people.  It is necessary for our development. 

 

Doesn't mean we have to like or enjoy it.  Just means we can have faith that we will come out the other side stronger and more product as we continue our life long quest to do God's will in our lives.