Have you ever seen a Bonsai tree? Done correctly, they have all the appearances of a fully grown tree, but only a fraction of the size. They are kept miniature in size by regular pruning of the roots and branches, and by being potted in very small pots to limit root development. Because of their artificially stunted growth, they would die in one day without water. It is amazing to look at these trees, but they’re not much good for anything else. They’ll never give shade, be a resting place for birds, or provide fruit or nuts, for they have become sterile.

Some Christians are like that. Because they’ve become entangled in the cares of this world, they have allowed their spiritual growth to be stunted and become Bonsai Christians. Although they look good on Sunday, they serve no spiritual purpose and can never bear fruit.

How have you seen yourself grow lately??

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