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Jesus His Commandment
- Therefore bear fruits worthy of repentance Matthew 3:8
This Primary Bible reference is a unique Bible reference according to the words of Jesus, which best summarizes this step.
- He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit
All Jesus His steps can be grouped into the Ten Commandments from the Old Testament (Exodus 20).
Direct Bible References
Extra direct Bible references which expands or explain the same step.
- Genesis 35:11 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Genesis 48:4 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Matthew 13:23 (Author: 'Jesus')
- John 15:14-16 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Ephesians 2:8-10 (Author: 'Paul')
- Titus 1:16 (Author: 'Paul')
Indirect Bible References
Extra, more indirect Bible references, relating to the same step.
- Genesis 9:1 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Genesis 17:5-6 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Genesis 28:3 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Leviticus 26:9 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Psalms 92:13-16 (Author: 'Unknown')
- Jeremiah 3:16 (Author: 'HEERE')
- Matthew 12:33 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Matthew 21:19 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Matthew 21:43 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Luke 3:9 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Luke 8:15 (Author: 'Jesus')
- Colossians 1:10 (Author: 'Paul and Timothy')
OT Law Bible References
Old Testament Law Bible references which will relate to OT Commandments (Jewish tradition teached that there are 613 commandments or mitzvot in the Torah).
- Genesis 1:28 (OT Law nr: '1', Rambam Title: 'To be fruitful and multiply', Rambam Coding: 'CCA43' )
Example Bible References
In these Bible references you will find examples and testimonies how this step was being executed.
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- Genesis 47:27
(Author: 'Israël') - Galatians 5:22-25
(Author: 'Paul')
Duplicate Bible References
Another Bible reference to more or less the same as the primary, direct or indirect, with not much new information, although it will confirm the same Bible references:
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- Matthew 7:17-18
Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. (Author: 'Jesus')
Study Bible References
Extra Bible references (most often larger parts of Bible books) which are good for extra study on this step:
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- Mark 4:26-29
¶ And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground; And should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how. For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear. But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come. (Author: 'Jesus') - Luke 13:6-9
¶ He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none. Then said he unto the dresser of his vineyard, Behold, these three years I come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and find none: cut it down; why cumbereth it the ground? And he answering said unto him, Lord, let it alone this year also, till I shall dig about it, and dung it: And if it bear fruit, well: and if not, then after that thou shalt cut it down. (Author: 'Jesus') - John 15:1-8
I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast them into the fire, and they are burned. If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples. (Author: 'Jesus')
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- A related Bible reference to the step which is negative, something you should not do
- A related Bible reference to the step which is both positive and negative
- A related Bible reference to the step which is positive, something you should do or learn from
- A related Bible reference to the step which is not yet determined positive or negative
- Author: Indicates the known author from this Bible reference
- OT Law nr: Jewish tradition teached that there are 613 commandments or mitzvot in the Torah. We list the Number, based on a chronological order (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numeri, Deuteronomium).
- Rambam Title: This is the commandment, as an interpretation of Rambam (commonly known as Maimonides)
- Rambam Coding: The coding refers to the commandments layout of Rambam. Rabbi Chafetz Chayim wrote a book with all the commandments which can still be observed today. The book is called 'The Concise Book of Mitzvoth'
- CCA means a positive mitzwe (which can now also be carried out outside of Israel).
- CCN is the negative mitzwe (which can now also be carried out outside of Israel).
- CCI means that this mitzvah can only be performed in the State of Israel.
Who came up with this "613 Mitzvot"?
Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, His full name was Rabbi Moses Ben Maimon. His name formed the acronym as "The Rambam" was born on the 14th of Nisan 4895 (30th March 1135) and he died on the 20th of Tevet of 4965 (Dec. 13 1204). The Rambam was one of the most saught after individuals of his time. Not only as a Halachic authority, but also within the secular world of kings and sultans, for his vast knowledge of secular medecines was outstanding. When writting the Mishna Torah, Ramban reviewed the Torah's Mitzvot, and he itemized them. He seperated the positive and negative mitzvot, listed them, all 613, and discussed them."Vision without action is just a dream, action without vision just passes the time, and vision with action can change the world."
Quote by: Nelson Mandela
Drawings
Artist: Jenske Visser
Resource Language Settings
Below you will find all kinds of related resources to this step, to help you grow. Resources can be Sermons, Testimonies, Movies, Shortmovies, Songs, Blogs or Books. You can select multiple languages if you like to see those resources in more languages.Do you know more good resources in your language which can be added to this list? Please contact us so we can add it (or register and you can add it yourself!
Short Movies
Jon Jorgenson - A "Godless" Generation
While some groups are doing a great job reaching today's youth in a meaningful way, why are so many young people still resistant to the church? Jon Jorgenson sheds some light on this topic.
Impact video Ministries - How to be a better Christian
Nick Vuijick - Motivational Minute #33 - Seeds Planted, Patience
Stacey Holt - Produce fruit object lesson
Songs
Hannah Kerr - Changed
Questions
Share your hearts together by discussing the following questions:
- Is there anything you don't understand within this step?
- Wat appeals to you about all Bible references and resources?
- How do you apply this step in your life or do you experience any boundaries?
- Do you recognize any fruits in your life?
- Tell each other how you recognize their fruits
