Even so, every good tree produces good fruit, but the corrupt tree produces evil fruit.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Matthew 7:17 in context
Matthew 7:14–20
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How narrow is the gate and the way is restricted that leads to life! There are few who find it.
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“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves.
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By their fruits you will know them. Do you gather grapes from thorns or figs from thistles?
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Even so, every good tree produces good fruit, but the corrupt tree produces evil fruit.
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A good tree can’t produce evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree produce good fruit.
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Every tree that doesn’t grow good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.
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Therefore by their fruits you will know them.
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