What Needs to Be Pruned from Your Life? | Rise Up Reflection

2025-05-20

“He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit.” (John 15:2) In this Easter reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer challenges us to look at our lives honestly and ask: What branch in me needs to be pruned? Is it a habit? A distraction? A dependency? Even the things that seem “alive” may be draining your spiritual energy. Just like shrubs need pruning to thrive, we too must cut away what doesn’t lead to fruitfulness—so we can grow stronger in faith, freedom, and joy. 🌿 W...

“He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit.” (John 15:2)

In this Easter reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer challenges us to look at our lives honestly and ask: What branch in me needs to be pruned?

Is it a habit? A distraction? A dependency?

Even the things that seem “alive” may be draining your spiritual energy.

Just like shrubs need pruning to thrive, we too must cut away what doesn’t lead to fruitfulness—so we can grow stronger in faith, freedom, and joy.

🌿 What did you cut out during Lent that has crept back in?

📱 Are you wasting energy on doom-scrolling, overconsumption, or empty routines?

✝️ Let God prune your heart, so you can live the Gospel more fully.

Happy Easter. Get pruned. Live free.

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