On third Sunday of Lent, the parable speaks that a man who had a fig tree planted in his vineyard did not bear figs when expected. The fig tree’s owner ordered to cut it down. Yet, the owner gave “one more chance” for the tree to bear fruit. (Luke 13: 6-9).
A tree without fruits is just consuming the space. If we are not producing then we are only consuming. The quantity of the trees doesn’t matter but its quality and productivity.
We are already condemned by the virtue of the sin. We are convicted sinners. God is disappointed with us. He finds no fruits of repentance, yet He is patient with us.
What habits are making us fruitful and barren? What sinful practices are hurting our spirit and faith?
Repentance is a transformation. Repentance is a change of both mind and will, of both disposition and habits. God demands a turning from evil and a total obedience and repentance. Those who do not repent will not enter into His kingdom. We pray for the grace to live our second chances faithfully.
“The Lord is kind and merciful.” (
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