www.truthforli... || By: Alistair Begg - (Mark 11:12-14, 20-25) The cursing of the barren fig tree was a living prophecy of God’s judgment against Israel because of their rejection of Christ. Like the fig tree, the Pharisees looked authentic but did not bear the fruit of true faith. Alistair Begg challenges us to beware of living a life which outwardly looks attractive, yet bears no evidence of faith.