Is Bearing Fruit Optional for Christians?

Is Bearing Fruit Optional for Christians?

November 13, 2026 · 31 min

Most of us were told the urgent thing is to get saved, and then we coast. Jesus told a short, little-known parable about a tree that wasn't bearing fruit, and what happens to that tree says a lot about us.In this episode, we read Luke 13:6–9 and walk through what comes before it, from Jesus' warnings about being ready to why we change the subject when the Holy Spirit convicts us. Let's also look at how John the Baptist describes fruit, and the difference between grace and mercy.0:00 Saved, Then What? Is Bearing Fruit Optional?5:52 Reading the Fig Tree Parable: Mercy and Eternal Life15:16 They Knew He Was the Messiah: Pilate, Galileans, and Deflection21:01 Fruits Worthy of Repentance: Grace vs. Mercy26:23 Borrowed Time: Receiving and Showing God's Mercy Support the showDr. Shah writes a personal letter every week — reflections on Scripture, faith, and living it out with clarity and purpose. GET THE LETTER If you enjoyed the show, please like and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages, and also subscribe to our YouTube channel. This is an excellent way to stay connected to the Clearview team and ensure you don't miss a thing.PRE-ORDER BYZANTINE TEXTFORM: https://subsplash.com/u/-MPJ586/forms/d/1090d08a-49c0-498a-ad97-5c0fd575fa9eSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:MIGHTY MUSCADINE SUPPLEMENTSLEBLEU ULTRA-PURE WATERKEEP YOUR KIDS PROTECTED ONLINE--->> DR SHAH'S BOOKS>> SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE>> CHECK OUT ALL OUR SHOWS

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