Amazing to know I was chosen
To witness and bear fruit for Thee;
That You-the God of the universe-
In me a great harvest would see.
Love flowing through each healthy branch
Connected to Your Son Divine,
When watered with grace and forgiveness,
Will produce much fruit on Your vine.
As a gard'ner cares for his vineyard,
You prune every branch to bear more,
And await the day of the harvest
To gather the fruit each branch bore.
Lord, may I submit to Your wisdom,
Surrender to Your pruning sheers,
Knowing, in turn, I will bear much fruit,
As my earnest prayer Jesus hears.
"You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit-fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. This is my command: Love each other" (John 15:16-17).
Copyrighted by Linda J. Stevenson.
For permission to use, please contact: Ljstevenson1@juno.com
FAMILY MUSIC RESOURCES: www.MaryRiceHopkins.com
About Me
- LINDA
- I was born in the naval port of Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of a US Navy Master Chief. With the exception of 1 year living in Boston, Mass.,and two years in Hanau, Germany, I have lived in the historic state of Virginia all my life. I now reside in the beautiful Roanoke Valley. Though raised in a Christian home, I was in my early 20’s before making a commitment of my life to Christ. Since then I have spent many years in full-time ministry. I am currently employed as an accountant with a Christian child care center in Roanoke and also serve as the Office Manager and Scheduling Coordinator for singer and songwriter Mary Rice Hopkins who resides in California.
