What Is Jesus Looking for in You? | Bearing Fruit That Lasts – Steve Kern

What is Jesus looking for when He examines your life? In Mark 11:11-26, we see Jesus confront a fig tree that had leaves but no fruit, a powerful illustration of how God views our spiritual fruitfulness. Just like physical fruit satisfies and nourishes people, spiritual fruit glorifies and satisfies God (John 15:8).

In this sermon, “What Is Jesus Looking for in You?” missionary Steve Kern explores what the Bible says about bearing spiritual fruit.

• God’s design for fruit: You were chosen and ordained to bear fruit that remains (John 15:16).

• God’s disappointment in fruitlessness: Like Israel of old, it is possible to look alive but really be empty (Hosea 10:1).

• God’s disapproval of fruitless religion: Jesus warned that His kingdom would be given to those who bring forth fruit (Matthew 21:43).

• Fervor for God: What you’re passionate about reveals where your heart lies (John 2:17; Revelation 3:15-16).

• Faith in God: True faith is obeying despite the circumstances and consequences (Luke 18:8).

This sermon challenges us to live a life of genuine faith, bearing lasting spiritual fruit that glorifies God.