Matthew 21:43
“Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people that will produce its fruit.”

The only ones whom Jesus repeatedly reprimanded for “not getting it” were the priests and Pharisees. They held tight to laws and rituals even when it meant being cold-hearted to those in need. What is the “fruit” of the kingdom of God? Love…mercy…grace…forgiveness and compassion! Are we producing such fruit with our lives? Perhaps if we let go of our agenda we would be open to cooperate with God’s agenda for our lives. Then the kingdom of God would truly be at hand! Loving God, help me to produce the fruit of Your kingdom!