READ
John 15:1-5
I Am the True Vine
15 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
This passage illustrates the importance of having a deep, ongoing, relationship with God for spiritual growth and fruitfulness. Jesus reminds us that our strength and ability to bear fruit come from abiding in Him.
REFLECT
Questions to help you reflect on knowing and trusting God with all aspects of life:
1. What are you learning from God’s Word that is changing how you live with God?
2. How can you grow closer to God? (Provide a list of spiritual habits)
Review the UP statements below. Discern how true or untrue these statements are in your life. What would you do next to strengthen this aspect of your walk with Jesus?
• My identity is grounded in God.
• I wake up each day ready to worship God through my lips, my service, and my decisions.
• I love to attend worship services with other believers each Sunday.
• I enjoy reading the bible regularly with a desire to know more about God and my relationship to Him.
• My prayer life is thriving and in line with God’s desires for me.
• I joyfully give 10% or more of what God has given to me to further His kingdom work on earth.
• I hear from God’s direction for me through His Word and His people.
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