Lives that Produce Summer Fruit*

Are you planting the right seeds for a fruitful life? In this practical and inspiring message from Colossians 1, Pastor Chris Teien challenges us to live lives that produce lasting spiritual fruit. Using vivid illustrations like tumbleweeds, wildflowers, and discipleship tools, this episode reminds us that growth requires intentional planting, connection to Jesus, and patience as God works through us. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335653

Key Points:

1. Fruit Comes Through Living in the Lord – Colossians 1:6. Growth happens when we stay connected to Christ and let the gospel change lives.
2. Fruit Includes Growth in Our Lives and Others' Lives – Colossians 1:10. Good fruit shows in transformed character, obedience, and helping others grow in faith.
3. Be Patient and Prepared While Waiting for Fruit – Colossians 1:11. Growth takes time, but faithful planting and preparation will lead to spiritual harvest.

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:

• Watching weeds take over when nothing good is planted—and applying that to spiritual life.
• Humorous reflection on planting too many wildflowers that fell over from lack of root strength.
• A vivid illustration of tumbleweeds scattering seeds everywhere—and the call for believers to do the same by sharing the Word and discipling others.
• A real-life plan to spread Bibles like seeds and use simple tools for discipleship growth.

Notable Quotes:

• “If you don't intentionally plant good things in your life, weeds will grow by default.”
• “Be a tumbleweed—spreading seeds of the gospel everywhere you go.”
• “Fruit is not just something you produce—it’s the evidence of a life rooted in Christ.”

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Plant seeds of faith daily—through prayer, Scripture, service, and generosity.
2. Stay connected to Jesus to produce spiritual fruit that lasts.
3. Be ready to disciple others using simple tools and Scripture-based resources.
4. Be patient and trust that God is working, even when you don't immediately see results.

Scripture References:

• Colossians 1:6, 1:10–11 – Growth through living in Christ
• John 15:1–5 – Jesus as the vine, we are the branches
• Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit
• Matthew 13 – Parable of the sower and soils
• Ephesians 5:7–10 – Living as children of light

Keywords:
 spiritual fruit, Colossians 1, gospel growth, discipleship, planting seeds, tumbleweed gospel, spiritual growth, staying connected to Christ, evangelism, faith journey

Closing Statement:
 Your life is meant to bear fruit that lasts. Stay connected to Jesus, scatter seeds of faith everywhere you go, and patiently trust God to bring the harvest.

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