The pruning process...embrace it!

John 15:2

He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit He prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.

God is so thoughtful and considerate. Everything He does (which sometimes is painful), He does it for our benefit. Today we learn that God prunes us like trees or plants. He examines our lives, every associate, every thing or area in our lives and consider it, if it is to our benefit or if it is hurtful to us (whether now or in the future). God is aware of people's intentions in our lives. He examines them them too, and if He deems them to be to the detriment of our wellbeing, our future or His plans coming to life in and through us, He cuts them off. This is a painful process, as at times we have people we think are for us, meanwhile it is all pretense, and when that chopping takes place, it hurts. However, the good news is that, that thing or person that was not suited for you, will no longer pose "danger" to your wellbeing, future or God's plan. The bible further talks about pruning those areas that are fruitful, so that they may bear much more fruit. He might trim our appetite for food or things, to ensure we stay healthy and strong, in order for us to fulfill His purposes. We are of no use sick...

Therefore, invite God into your life so that He may take full control of it. So that He may design your life according to His plans- which are always good for you and to your benefit. Allow Him to cut and prune you as He sees fit. Have a positive attitude that says, if He has cut off this thing, it means I'm better off without it; also He will replace it with a better suited one. When you do this, the process of pruning, becomes less painful and it might be bearable. We are always encouraged not to fight the process, but to embrace the season we are in, and know that our Father is still on the throne. All things will work out for your good in the end (Romans 8:28). Amen and be blessed.