Matthew 3:8

3:8 Therefore produce fruit ¹  that proves your ²  repentance,

Matthew 3:10

3:10 Even now the ax is laid at ³  the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.

¹ sn Fruit worthy of repentance refers to the deeds that indicate a change of attitude (heart) on the part of John’s hearers.

² tn Grk “fruit worthy of.”

³ sn Laid at the root. That is, placed and aimed, ready to begin cutting.