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The Fruit & Nuts Podcast 

Debbie Griffith’s podcast is a refreshing take on faith and real life. Each episode unpacks one of the Fruits of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—through a heartfelt and hilariously nutty story of how God cultivates that fruit in everyday life. With humor, honesty, and a dose of adventure, Debbie reminds us that even in life’s craziest moments, we can live fruitfully.

Jesus says in John 15:4-5:

“Remain in Me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the Vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. “I am the Vine; you are the branches. If you remain in Me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.”

The phrase "Jesus grows the fruit in you" comes from God’s Word of you being the branch while He is the Vine, emphasizing that true fruitfulness comes from abiding in Christ, not from your own efforts. It’s all about His grace, His goodness. God prunes or cleanses those who bear fruit so that they can bear even more fruit. Pruning can be painful but remember if you never had trials, you’d never need faith. Certainly, Debbie’s stories are entertaining but it’s through the “cuttings” in her life where fruit, like joy and peace, were developed. Stories like her scoliosis back surgery, marriage bumps, the parenting journey, forgiving people, running over a deer, her DUI and other “roller coaster rides,” all had purpose. The perfected fruit of God’s kindness and goodness remains a constant no matter what season you’re in. The fruit of patience, and self-control and, above all, love will continue to grow as you abide in Christ.  

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Hey you! I’d love to hear how I can encourage you in my podcast. Because of God’s loving kindness in my life, I’m able to connect to yours. We all need community, grace and understanding. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, God will help you develop the good fruit you need to live a good life.

- Debbie

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  • God’s loving kindness leads you to repentance, that is to change your inner self, your old way of thinking, to seek His purpose for your life." God calls you to turn to Him for hope and the freedom that forgiveness brings. There’s no shame in Christ. He fully loves you and fully knows you.

    Romans 2:4

  • Debbie! I admire you SO MUCH! To think, you were my substitute teacher and now an inspiring and cherished friend. I’ve shared things with you only my wife knows. Your gift from God is to help people receive hope in their hearts, minds, and spirit. This podcast will absolutely inspire others.

    Craig

  • I long to visit with you so I can bring you some spiritual gift that will help you grow strong in the Lord. I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours.

    Romans 1:11-12