The tree was sad, she never had
A single fruit to bear,
While she observed so many trees
Bearing lush fruit ev'rywhere.
God sent His sunshine and His rain,
So she couldn't understand.
For God designed her to bear fruit
When for her life He planned.
She prayed, "Dear God, please let me bear
Much fruit, O Lord, for Thee.
I want to be the fruitful tree
You destined me to be.
Then suddenly ripe fruit appeared
And her limbs bowed to the ground.
The fruit of love and joy and peace
And true kindness did abound.
Patience, goodness, and faithfulness grew
And the fruit of self-control.
When the Spirit filled her humble heart,
Holy rain flooded her soul.
Many birds came to build their nests;
So many you would see.
Fruit lovers came to gather 'round
To marvel at this tree.
She freely gave her fruit away
With a humble attitude,
For now the fruit her limbs would bear
Would feed a multitude.
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.
