Matthew 7:16

First Nations Version

You will know them by their fruit. Do grapes come from a thorn bush or pears from thistles?

Cross References

James 3:12

Can olives and figs come from the same tree? Can a grapevine bear figs, my sacred family members? Not at all! And neither can saltwater be used to make water fresh again.

Matthew 12:33

“You must grow a good tree to get good fruit. If you grow a bad tree, you get bad fruit. For a tree is known by its fruit.” Then with fire in his eyes Creator Sets Free (Jesus) turned to the Separated Ones (Pharisees) and spoke with a voice like thunder.

Matthew 7:20

When you see the fruit of their ways, you will know them.

Galatians 5:22

On the other hand, if we follow the guidance of the Spirit, our lives will bear good spiritual fruit. The Spirit will grow in us the fruit of love and joy, peace and patience, kindness and goodness, faithful hearts,

James 2:18

But someone will say, “Faith is what is needed,” while another says, “Good deeds are what is needed.” I say that both are needed. You show me your faith without good deeds, and I will show you my faith by the good deeds I have done.