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J. Vernon McGee on Fruit Until He Comes - Dispensational (John 15:5)

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"The church abides in Christ, bearing fruit until He returns. Israel was the vine that failed; Christ is the true Vine that never fails. In this age, Gentile branches are grafted in; we bear fruit until the fullness of the Gentiles comes. Stay connected; He comes soon." — J. Vernon McGee. Dispensational: abiding until return.

Topics & Themes

churchIsraelgraftedGentilesreturns

Scripture References

John 15:5Romans 11:25

Emotional Tone

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