Romans 6:5-7 For if we have been planted together in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection:… A short time ago a gentleman was preaching in the open air; his subject was growth in grace. At the close of the meeting a man approached him and said, "Our minister has been preaching some excellent sermons on that subject, and I have been trying to grow in grace this long time, but I find I never can succeed." The preacher, pointing to a tree, said, "Do you see that tree?" "Yes," was the wondering reply. "Well, it had to be planted before it could grow. In like manner you must be rooted and grounded in Christ before you can begin to grow." The man understood his meaning, and went away to find Christ; and soon he was rooted in Christ, and brought forth fruit to His praise. Parallel Verses KJV: For if we have been planted together in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection: |
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