FRUITFULNESS (Part 6)
John 15:5 – “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. (NKJV)
Read: John 15:1-16
The Bible text for today records Jesus’ declaration as the “vine” while emphasising the importance of the branch remaining connected to the source, without which there can be no fruitfulness. Vines generally symbolise life, growth, abundance, and connection—both physically and spiritually. Therefore, Christ is the root of all manner of fruitfulness, and whosoever believes in Him is a branch through whom the fruit is birthed.
Since the branch has no life outside the tree (God), the fruit it bears is a prototype of the vine and the tree. Invariably, the branch only follows the pattern of the source, and whenever it cuts off, it becomes fruitless. Jesus confirmed these when He said, “As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.” (John 15:4).
The only way to sustainably produce fruit is to be knitted to the source and follow His steps. Jesus, the vine, never lived for Himself, so also the branches must follow suit. 2 Corinthians 5:15 reveals that those who have received Christ must no longer live for themselves but for Him. Living for yourself or for personal gain is the greatest hindrance to living a fruitful life in God. The new life is the Christ-centred reality, which the Lord wants to live through you as the branch.
Beloved, when you live as an abiding branch, you do not have to pray for blessings. In line with Matthew 6:33, the grace for productivity and the blessings of God will overshadow you! Another benefit is that you will be constantly led by the Holy Spirit, thereby validating your status as a faithful branch (Romans 8:14).
PRAYER
Hymn: Walk With Me — Bill and Gloria Gaither (2004)
1. Father, I want to be Your genuine branch. Please, bring me into alignment with You.
(MIDNIGHT PRAYER)
1. I cut off every unholy entanglement in my walk with God.
2. Father, speak peace to the toiling of my life, business, and ministry.
3. Spend quality time praying in the Holy Ghost.
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