DAILY COGNISANCE
Pruning for Growth – John 15:2
Drama Message:
Scene:
A serene backyard with a beautiful fruit tree. A young man named David is out there pruning the branches while his younger brother, Ben, watches curiously.
]Ben: (curiously) Why are you cutting off those branches, David? Isn’t that going to hurt the tree?
David: (smiling) Not at all! When I prune it, I’m actually helping it to grow better. John 15:2 says, “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.”
[Ben frowns, not fully understanding.]
Ben: (confused) So, cutting it helps it produce more? How does that work?
David: (holding up a branch) Think of it like this. Sometimes we need to let go of the parts of our lives that aren’t helping us, just like these branches that are weak or unhealthy.
[Ben watches carefully as David explains.]
David: (continuing) When we trim away the distractions or negative influences, it allows the healthy parts to flourish. It’s all about focusing on what truly matters.
[Ben reaches a hand out to touch a flourished branch.]
Ben: (thoughtfully) I guess that makes sense. So, we should also prune things in our own lives?
David: (nodding) Exactly! Whether it’s letting go of bad habits or unhealthy relationships, pruning is necessary for growth. It might feel tough, but it leads to new beginnings.
[The scene transitions to a few days later. David and Ben sit at a dining table filled with fresh fruit from the tree. They enjoy the fruits of their labour together, laughing and chatting.
]Ben: (taking a bite) This fruit is amazing! I see what you mean about the pruning now.
David: (smiling) It’s the same with our hearts. When we care for ourselves and let go of what drains us, we can truly thrive.
[Voiceover as the scene fades out:]
“Embrace the process of pruning, for it leads to growth and abundance. Sometimes, letting go is the most fruitful decision we can make.”
[The scene ends with text on the screen:
“What will you choose to prune today for a better tomorrow?”]
Wednesday May 14th, 2025.
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