Matthew 7:17
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Matthew 7:17 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Matthew 7:17 is a verse from the book of Matthew in the New Testament. Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Matthew 7:17 — NIV
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Cross-References for Matthew 7:17
“Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them.”
Directly reiterates the principle of judging by fruit.
“"Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is recognized by its fruit.”
Parallel teaching on the relationship between the tree (person) and its fruit (actions).
“"No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit.”
Similar teaching about the nature of good and bad fruit.
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
Provides examples of good 'fruit' produced by the Holy Spirit.
“Surely a spring does not gush out with fresh water and bitter water from the same opening? Can a fig tree produce olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.”
Illustrates the impossibility of a corrupt source producing good results.
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