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John 15:1-4
Jesus is the true vine.
Abide in the true vine and Jesus will abide in you.
Two ways to make tea. Which describes you? The dipper or the dweller.
“What must be first and foremost the priority in every believer’s life is mindfulness of God.” Dallas Willard
The source of good fruit, answered prayers, true love, complete joy and productive pruning is Jesus, so just dwell in Him.
How does Christ bear fruit through me?
Abiding and waiting is key to bearing fruit.
Fruitfulness doesn’t come through my striving but through my abiding.
Pruning is the key to making you more fruitful.
From Bryan Lorrits: Fruit is the visible display of the character of Christ through an abiding relationship with Him for the benefit of others and the glory of God.
John 15:7-8
John 15:9-11
Jesus is your source for answered prayer, true love and complete joy.
Reflection questions:
- How were you able to draw strength from Jesus today?
- Were you able to create an active dependence on Jesus by staying connected to him? What helped you? What hindered you?
- In light of these responses, what can be different tomorrow? Make a commitment to take one step toward that being true.
- Have I spent enough time with God to hear his voice of love so I don’t look for unhealthy affirmation from others?
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