January 26, 2025

In this message, we're invited to explore the profound concept of abiding in Christ, as illustrated in John 15. The central theme revolves around Jesus as the true vine and us as the branches, emphasizing our need to remain connected to Him to bear fruit. This imagery beautifully captures the essence of our spiritual journey - it's not about trying harder, but about being more deeply rooted in Christ. We're challenged to move beyond mere attraction to the idea of Jesus and instead become truly attached to Him. The message highlights three stages of abiding: pruning, producing, and proving. Through this process, we learn that our identity in Christ is far more important than our efforts for Christ. This teaching encourages us to reflect on our own lives and ask: Are we simply busy for God, or are we truly productive in our relationship with Him? It's a call to examine the fruits of the Spirit in our lives and to recognize that these can only genuinely flourish when we're deeply connected to the vine - Jesus Christ.