And if it bears fruit next year, fine; but if not, you can cut it down.'"

"There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and feasted sumptuously every day.

Then he began to tell the people this parable: "A man planted a vineyard, leased it to vine-dressers, and went into another country for a long time.

for I tell you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes."