Spheres Of Influence: Beyond Appearances — The Fruits of Faith, Righteousness, and Love PT 1 version 1
“True religion is not defined merely by ceremonies, titles, or appearances, but by faith expressed through righteousness, compassion, forgiveness, and love.”
Dreams can be very powerful, some may be very scary and others very powerful and meaningful. A powerful dream of a tree falling leaves, the withering tree. Father Almighty takes to many different places to listen, to see and most of all learn. How important is it to learn from each other? It actually is a powerful instrument of growth and a true journey in trusting what our Father is doing new, such a privilege to join His paved journey where He places us in His story filled with testimonies. There is a mini page of a book, that somehow has found its way to accompany in this period. The book of Thich Nhat Hanh, I have written before in some other writings about his writings. However, there is this page and a particular part of this single page… that calls and has been several times highlighted “If you can help one person, you help the whole world.”
Today is about The Withering Tree
Beyond Appearances: The Fruits of Faith, some topics go beyond my knowledge, I am just a messenger delivering a love and peace message : Jesus’ act of cursing the barren fig tree serves as a profound warning against empty religion, hypocrisy, spiritual fruitlessness, and outward appearances without inner substance.
The tree, covered in leaves yet bearing no fruit, symbolized the spiritual barrenness of religious leaders who outwardly demonstrated piety, authority, and devotion to religious laws and traditions while neglecting the deeper principles of justice, mercy, righteousness, humility, and genuine faith in God. This prophetic act also foreshadowed the coming judgment upon the Jerusalem Temple, reminding us that spiritual responsibility extends beyond religious authority, ceremonies, and traditions.
As nations and individuals, we too may carry mistaken perceptions about ourselves and one another. These perceptions, shaped by our experiences, traditions, beliefs, and differences, can create misunderstanding, division, fear, and distrust.
Yet within every sphere of influence lies an opportunity to cultivate greater understanding, humility, compassion, and reconciliation.
True wisdom invites us to look beyond appearances, question our assumptions, listen with open hearts, and recognize the dignity of every human being.
Jesus Christ extended His invitation to people from all walks of life, calling them to follow Him and embrace a life rooted in faith, humility, mercy, forgiveness, and love.
In the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), Jesus taught principles that challenge our natural responses to conflict, injustice, and misunderstanding. He encouraged His followers to turn the other cheek, love their enemies, and walk the second mile—not merely fulfilling an obligation, but choosing to respond with generosity and compassion.
The scene of the second mile in The Chosen beautifully illustrates this teaching. When the soldiers indicate that the required distance has been completed, Jesus encourages His followers to continue voluntarily. What began as an obligation becomes an opportunity to demonstrate kindness, dignity, and freedom of choice.
The lesson is not simply about walking farther, but about allowing faith to guide how we respond to others, even in difficult circumstances.
Just as the barren fig tree reminds us that outward abundance does not always reflect inward fruitfulness, the Sermon on the Mount reminds us that genuine faith must be lived.
As nations, institutions, communities, and individuals, we are called to move beyond appearances, misconceptions, and divisions, demonstrating through our actions the values we profess.
For the true measure of our faith is not found merely in what we believe or proclaim, but in how we treat one another, the mercy we extend, the justice we uphold, and the love we willingly share.
Just as the fig tree reminds us that outward abundance does not always reflect inward fruitfulness, our nations, institutions, communities, and individual lives are called to demonstrate the values we profess.
This passage invites us to examine our hearts, cultivate understanding, and recognize that true faith is revealed not merely through what we profess, but through the goodness, compassion, forgiveness, and love we practice.
Where faith takes root in truth, humility nurtures understanding, righteousness bears fruit, and love becomes the lasting testimony of God’s presence in our lives.
“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” — Matthew 7:20 (KJV)
Glory be to the Father, Glory be to the Son, and Glory be to the Holy Spirit. It is in this day of much love and grace that you have been feeling my presence. You are beautifully, divinely chosen, courageous, a champion, a great soldier, and able. Yes, you are able to provide a spiritual perspective of all that I have placed on your plate, able to illustrate the absolute importance of what it means to be patriotic, to expand on personal worship. What more evidence do you need? Says Jesus Christ in this day of grace, in this day where every soul is so much loved. You have seen the wicked and you have seen the righteous, but you cannot forget, says the Lord of the Heights, that you are all flesh and blood, sinners. Some who come into my presence every day to recognize your mistakes. There are many ways to recognize yourself, and I tell you, “Then neither do I condemn you.” Jesus declared. “Go now and leave your life of sin.” You have learned much in these years that my presence has been stronger, yet you lack understanding. And still, you have embraced everything. I am proud of every single one of you, says Jesus Christ in this day of grace. So much love in this time. You have a great teacher, the Holy Spirit, a teacher in leadership, guidance in truth, a helper who is always there, abiding forever, and fills your life with testimonies. For you all who also are filled with testimonies, you know that you have my power. You are blessed to heal. You have confronted the battles. And most important of all, you are not ashamed of Me, your Father in Heaven. There is such a spiritual light that has been down poured. There is growth in radiancy. Even though you cannot hear it nor see it, as your eyes only see the dimension that you wish to see, even though in the hardest of times faith feels as degenerating and tearing apart, it is not me. It is the spirits that confront you. It is the afflictions that need to be surpassed. It is meeting Me. There is so much that needs to be worked on. There is a time to be against and there is a time to come in favor, but most important of all, a time to draw together, bring what common threads are, and emerge to a better opportunity that I am opening doors. There is a huge cultural shift, focusing on the development of my children. Yes, yes, my children say the Lord of the Heights, let them be, let them enjoy. There is a cultural revolution that has taken place. “Just as the fig tree reminds us that outward abundance does not always reflect inward fruitfulness, our nations, institutions, communities, and individual lives are called to demonstrate the values we profess.” This is the time that you have been asking for. It is what you have been asking for, and now it is in your hands. It brings division, but in reality, says the Lord, there is no division. There is learning, and the cycle to be displayed. There is no wrong or right, but righteousness brought together, for what you think started in this time, had started long time before. Hatred, abuse, taking over people’s lives, and creation of things that do not exist. Circulation, public opinion, justified positions, high relief, war of nations, and many more anger and contradictions.
Beyond Appearances: A Call to Righteousness, Unity, and National Renewal “Today, yes, my children, today is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in every nation. You ask what is fair and what is unfair. Yet consider the changes that every nation must undertake to cultivate justice, uphold moral values, strengthen its foundations, and promote the well-being and happiness of its people. Every society carries its own traditions, cultural values, and established norms. Yet differences should not become barriers to understanding, cooperation, or the pursuit of a greater good. Remember, my children, that not everyone lives according to the circumstances they would have chosen. Many face hardships beyond their control, struggling to find stability, shelter, opportunity, and a place where they truly belong.”
Beyond appearances lies the responsibility to recognize what has been overlooked: the wisdom of generations, the dignity of every people, and the many ways humanity cultivates knowledge, justice, and belonging. For no single civilization possesses the entirety of human understanding, and no society should be judged solely by the standards of another. Yet how can meaningful progress flourish when political divisions, conflicting interests, and the absence of cooperation prevent nations from working toward the common good? There is a fight not only in one nation, or country, or in a state, but between parties that come with much division. My Kingdom displays tears, as where there is a solution, there is a contradiction. “Philippians 2:4: We are encouraged to consider not only our own interests but also the interests of others.” I speak to every nation today, not one but every nation. “Micah 6:8: God calls humanity to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him.” Patriotism should inspire responsibility, not indifference. National identity should encourage unity without diminishing the dignity of others. And leadership should be measured not merely by promises or political victories, but also by the fruits of righteousness, compassion, justice, and service. For what good is prosperity when our neighbors remain forgotten? What good are magnificent cities when some have no place to call home? And what good is national pride if it does not inspire us to care for the people who share our communities? Change requires more than new policies, institutions, or declarations. It requires sustained efforts, moral courage, mutual understanding, and the willingness to work together despite our differences. Let us remember that the strength of a nation is not found solely in its wealth, power, or influence, but also in its commitment to protecting human dignity and cultivating opportunities for future generations. For the fruits of faith are revealed not merely through what we proclaim, but through what we practice. Righteousness must guide our decisions, wisdom must strengthen our understanding, humility must shape our leadership, and love must remain the foundation upon which we build a better future for our neighbors and our nations. “Today, my children, every nation has an opportunity to embrace meaningful change through justice, moral values, unity, and compassion. Beyond appearances, recognize the dignity of every person, the wisdom of generations, and the hardships of those who struggle for shelter, stability, and belonging. Political divisions must not overshadow our shared responsibility to build a better future. True patriotism is expressed through service, not superiority. A nation’s greatness is reflected not only in its prosperity, but in how it treats its most vulnerable.
This is a time when every individual “recognizes that meaningful change begins when we look beyond appearances and learn to see one another with compassion, fairness, and love.” Your learning for this time, as time is approaching and times are shortening just as that time, where many lost their houses and financial made and not made sense, says the Lord. The time is approaching for many financial institutions to come back into place, through sustained efforts , having a greater value, seeking changes worldwide, says the Lord. Seek creativity, ways and more ways, for older systems will diminish and many changes are taken place in many financial hubs, hub defined as “a central device that connects multiple computers on a single network” by Merriam Webster Online Dictionary. All predictable behavior patterns, economic logic, part of social history, for the one who wants to listen and see, changes are coming, “four financial hubs, social history, sociology, and justice shaped modern society through finance, industrialization, labor movements, social norms, and judicial reforms. From sociology in action to microhistory (microstoria), individual experiences reveal how interconnected institutions—finance, labor, government, education, and justice—shape society and its collective values. A reflection of history teaches that financial power carries social responsibility. A civilization’s strength is measured not merely by wealth, but by justice, human dignity, equality, and the well-being of its people.” True progress begins when economic prosperity serves humanity rather than governs it. It is about learning to recognize the difference between what we profess and what we practice—and how our actions influence the world around us. I believe this could become one of your more thoughtful reflections on faith, leadership, and reconciliation. The fig tree reminds us to examine our faith; the second mile reminds us to put that faith into practice.
Yet within every sphere of influence lies an opportunity to cultivate greater understanding, humility, compassion, and reconciliation. True wisdom invites us to look beyond appearances, question our assumptions, listen with open hearts, and recognize the dignity of others. Just as the fig tree reminds us that outward abundance does not always reflect inward fruitfulness, our nations, institutions, communities, and individual lives are called to demonstrate the values we profess. For the true measure of our influence is not found merely in the authority we possess or the words we proclaim, but in the righteousness we practice, the justice we uphold, the mercy we extend, and the love we share.
I COME SAYS JESUS CHRIST IN THIS DAY TO REMIND YOU a warning against empty religion, hypocrisy, spiritual fruitlessness, and outward appearances without inner substance. You are meant to flourish, share spiritual knowledge; but where truth and humility take root, is when your eye does not measure others, does not judge, as you do wear the shoes of your neighbor, but in wisdom provide living water. Your faith is My mirror reflected in the virtues of justice, mercy, righteousness, humility, compassion, and love from your heart. Be of service in this world, it is a time to reflect on your past, for many are striving to find Me, they say He is unsearchable, for you were chosen for a time like this do you not see? Directly and indirectly, I am using you as a way to directly or indirectly touch every soul, for you to sound forth, sound the trumpet, a rushing sound a rushing sound in the wind, a sound for your life in the place where you are and in other places. In great and in small matters do not act amiss, do not give yourself more importance, do not restrict says Jesus Christ in this day of much love. A heart filled with awe at God’s wisdom, the unfolding of history, and the interconnectedness of humanity. “Mark 5:42 (KJV) — “And they were astonished with a great astonishment.” I see you, yes I see you, bathe in the garden, see the birds fly, drinking from the water of the fountain says the Lord of the Heights. You are my battalion sent to battle, for not one person can turn off the light on the hill, there is a beam a beam that shines bright that it blinds eyes. Bitter, and more bitter, but bind, yes bind firmly, bind together, call your brothers and sisters, behold of My presence, Isaiah 43:19 (KJV): “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?” “Behold, and be greatly amazed at the wonders unfolding before humanity. For beyond what the natural eye can see lies the interconnected story of creation, wisdom, justice, and divine purpose.”
Do not be concerned, says the Lord of the Heights, for I confer and will cultivate “Psalm 104:11 (KJV) “They give drink to every beast of the field: the wild asses quench their thirst.” And it means that in verse 11, the flowing waters nourish even the wild animals, reminding us that God’s care extends to every living creature. “Behold the wonders of our Heavenly Father’s creation, where every living being has a place, every provision carries purpose, and every stream reflects His sustaining love.” Do not be a bystander, but as I said before, it has been in these years that I have opened doors for many. Yes, yes, many from scientists to architects, from doctors yielding to many innovations, and for the old to become new once again in agriculture. Do not take yourself for granted, explore and learn, place your hands in the soil, learn what is good and what is dry, learn what is needed, a time for animals, open markets to conceive ideas, be concerned by nature. Look beyond what your eyes can see, merge for a future for crops, for seeding, to bring beauty as I gave to you this place called home.
Oh children of mine, cultivate, once again, the fruit discloses the hand and the cultivation of a tree, a tree discloses the cultivation of a man’s mind. Be my cup bearer, the “one entrusted not merely with a cup, but with responsibility, discernment, and faithful service.” Be the one to share and care, do not release for what is said or written brings light and brings water for those where it is much needed. Child of mine, let those who wish to be cup bearers participate and join, to lead up, to join, let them rejoice in a world where much love is needed.
Many signs will be displayed in this time, but remember I am your redeemer. Therefore, live lively, work on your inward, and for you look at the beautiful fields displayed in front of your window. Those that are green, yellow, and orange, reap every corn that you can, go out and smile, laugh , enjoy the laughter of your twins. I see you, yes I see you when you go to that crib in the beautiful wonderland room just to make sure they are breathing. You, the one who waits for that confirmation of that man that is in heaven, sit by that window remembering all the laughter and good times, even when he sat in that garage holding his can of beer and enjoying the game with his friends. He smiles at you every day, he is with you in the good and the bad and awaits that day that you promised says the Lord of the Heights.
Oh, what beauty says Jesus Christ in this day, if you would only see the beauty, where there is gain and no more pain, as souls are welcome here in Heaven with Me. There is no lack of love, there is everything and a third-dimension view as a magnifying glass of the loved ones. Smile, children of mine, because no matter which loved one is here with Me, it is up to the fifth generation that salutes you in this day of grace. Glory be to the Highest in Heaven, Glory be to the Father, Glory to the Son, and Glory be to the Holy Spirit. Live, yes live says Jesus Christ in this day of grace, live, let your inward rejoice, give yourself the time to be a child and laugh and enjoy. Do you remember the last time you went to that river and you truly enjoyed, where the water at some point whistles back to you and you used to enjoy the journey with so much joy?
The My Sovereign Breath movement, a time where a cold front is coming in,Job 37:6, 9–10 (KJV) “For he saith to the snow, Be thou on the earth; likewise to the small rain, and to the great rain of his strength.” “Out of the south cometh the whirlwind: and cold out of the north. By the breath of God frost is given: and the breadth of the waters is straitened.” The wonders of our Heavenly Father’s creation! From cold winds and frost to rain and changing seasons, nature reveals an extraordinary order beyond human understanding. Just as cold fronts bring changes in the atmosphere, life’s seasons invite stillness, renewal, and growth. Look, look at the wonders, says the Lord, My wisdom surpasses human understanding, a reminder to walk in humility, faith, and reverence for the interconnected wonders of His creation. But also a reminder for those who research, in this time coming, says the Lord one more time, doors are opened for the extraordinary nature that I have provided you, especially you, yes you, the one that loves adversity, hardship of weather, and testing endurance. Yes you, you the one who places his hands in mine and places your life so you may have knowledge and wisdom to be able to share and care, preach knowledge through heights and through lows, the one that knows that it is My hand that protects you.
Beware of the apathy in culture says the Lord, The Danger of Compromise: The Cooling of Love, a calling for discernment and preparation. Revelation 3:15 | Matthew 24:12 (KJV) “Behold, and consider! When we compromise truth for comfort, righteousness for acceptance, and compassion for indifference, we compromise the very love we are called to uphold. Love grows cold when faith becomes complacent, injustice goes unchallenged, and personal interests overshadow our responsibility toward others. This is a calling for discernment, preparation, and renewed faithfulness. True love does not abandon truth or justice; it embraces both with humility, courage, and compassion. For the greatest danger of compromise is allowing the love that should unite and sustain humanity to grow cold.
Encourage, for many need encouragement, ending limits and barriers, bring to fruition and in patience remain, provide a hand so one can be joined in one purpose to complete what is enough for the rest. It is a time to delineate a pattern, an example and let them practice of the example of who you are, the prize in faithfulness is a pledge of fidelity. “1 Timothy 5:12 (KJV) “Having damnation, because they have cast off their first faith.” “In context, Paul is discussing younger widows and their earlier commitments. The verse warns against abandoning a pledge or commitment previously made in faith. Connection to Compromise and the Cooling of Love When we abandon our commitments to truth, faithfulness, and love, compromise can gradually weaken our spiritual foundation. Consider this: Faithfulness requires discernment, integrity, and perseverance—not merely in what we profess, but in how we live and love. True love remains steadfast in righteousness, honoring commitments with humility, compassion, and faith.”
Oh son of mine, your wish to hear for Me, Marvel, and be marvelous, extraordinary is the person who seeks Me in all circumstances. Blessed is the one that calls the rest to pray and participate. Even more blessed are those who are willing without measuring and judging to pray, placing love before any other spirits that do not belong. Actions that go beyond the bounds of human power, that is the gift I have provided to each one of you. You have power and authority in My name to heal, to pray, to do good, and most of all to love. Behold His marvelous works, faith, humility, and obedience.
Psalm 118:23 (KJV)“This is the LORD’s doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.”
Psalm 9:1 (KJV)“I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will shew forth all thy marvellous works.”
Deuteronomy 30:11 (KJV) “For this commandment which I command thee this day, it is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.”
Romans 12:3 (KJV) “For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.”
Reflection — Behold, and Be Greatly Amazed!
God’s marvelous works invite wholehearted praise, while His commandments call us to faithful obedience, and His grace teaches us humility.
Faith is not merely recognizing His wonders, but responding with discernment, gratitude, righteousness, and love.
Let us neither compromise our convictions nor allow love to grow cold, but walk humbly, honor His Word, and faithfully serve one another.
For true wisdom recognizes God’s works, humility acknowledges His grace, and love brings faith into action.
“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” — Matthew 7:20 (KJV)
CLOSING REFLECTION — THE FRUITS OF OUR FAITH
May this writing encourage us to look beyond appearances, listen beyond our differences, and recognize the responsibility entrusted to each of us.
May our faith be strengthened by truth, our understanding deepened by humility, and our actions guided by righteousness and compassion.
May we embrace the changes that cultivate wisdom, recognize the blessings hidden within life’s uncertainties, and understand that every color upon our Heavenly Father’s canvas contributes to a greater picture.
May we never become so fearful of change that we overlook the beauty of the spacious garden entrusted to our care.
For within that garden, faith takes root, hope blossoms, righteousness bears fruit, and love becomes the foundation upon which God’s Kingdom flourishes.
The future is not merely something we await; it is also something we help shape through the choices we make, the truth we honor, and the love we share.
The withering tree reminds us to examine our spiritual fruitfulness.
The second mile reminds us to practice compassion.
The responsibility of nations reminds us that justice must extend beyond words.
The cultivation of creation reminds us to become faithful stewards.
The changing seasons remind us to persevere with wisdom.
And the cooling of love reminds us to remain vigilant, faithful, and compassionate.
May we remember that even the smallest seed of kindness, when cultivated with love, can bear fruit far beyond the place where it was planted.
**For where faith takes root in truth, humility nurtures understanding, righteousness bears fruit, and love becomes the lasting testimony of God’s presence in our lives.**
*“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.”*
— Matthew 7:20 (KJV)
Biblical References
– Mark 11:12–21 — The withering fig tree and the Temple
– Matthew 5:38–48 — Love, mercy, and the second mile
– Matthew 7:20 — By their fruits
– John 8:11 — Mercy and repentance
– John 14:16–17 — The Comforter and Spirit of truth
– Philippians 2:4 — Considering the interests of others
– Micah 6:8 — Justice, mercy, and humility
– Psalm 104:11 — God’s provision for creation
– Job 37:6, 9–10 — The wonders of creation
– Revelation 3:15–19 — The warning against lukewarm faith
– Matthew 24:12 — The cooling of love
– 1 Timothy 5:12 — Faithfulness to commitments in context
– Psalm 118:23 — The marvelous works of God
– Psalm 9:1 — Wholehearted praise
– Deuteronomy 30:11 — God’s commandment
– Romans 12:3 — Humility and the measure of faith
– Isaiah 43:19 — God’s promise of a new thing
Literary and Historical References
– Thich Nhat Hanh — Writings on compassion, deep listening, and reconciliation. The quoted sentence should be checked against its original publication before formal attribution.
– *The Chosen* — Dramatic interpretation of Jesus’ teaching about the second mile.
– Financial history — London, New York, Tokyo, and Hong Kong as illustrative financial centers; specific historical claims should be independently sourced before formal publication.
– Sociology and microhistory — The relationship between individual experience, institutions, and broader social development.
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**Written and Developed by Arlette Sofia Marin**
*It All Starts With Love / Todo Comienza Con Amor*
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