John 15:1-6

"I am the real vine, and my Father is the cultivator.

Romans 14:7-8

For none of us can live alone by himself, and none of us can die alone by himself;

2 Corinthians 5:16

So from this moment on, I do not estimate anybody by the standard of outward appearances. Although I once did estimate Christ by this standard, I do not do so any longer.

Philippians 2:21

for most people are looking out for their own interests, not for the interests of Jesus Christ.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Israel is an empty vine, he bringeth forth fruit unto himself: according to the multitude of his fruit he hath increased the altars; according to the goodness of his land they have made goodly images.

Bible References

Is

John 15:1
"I am the real vine, and my Father is the cultivator.

An empty vine

Romans 14:7
For none of us can live alone by himself, and none of us can die alone by himself;
2 Corinthians 5:16
So from this moment on, I do not estimate anybody by the standard of outward appearances. Although I once did estimate Christ by this standard, I do not do so any longer.
Philippians 2:21
for most people are looking out for their own interests, not for the interests of Jesus Christ.