Word
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.
John 15:5
Daily Devotional
Today’s Scripture is a well-loved classic and a fitting passage as we end our first week of devotions: John 15. In it, Jesus invites His disciples to abide in Him, as a branch abides in the vine. This passage tells us that Jesus is the One True Vine, and as His disciples, we are the branches, needing to remain in Him for daily nourishment and connection. This daily communion with Him positions us to abide, or remain, connected to Him throughout our days.
Scriptures for Today
As you read today's Scriptures, focusing on abiding in Christ, read slowly and attentively, allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to you as you meditate on His Word.
John 15:1-11
“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. 6 If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. 7 If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8 By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples. 9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.
Worship
Prayer
Lord, thank You for loving me and inviting me to abide in You as a branch abides in the vine. It amazes me that You desire for me to lead a fruitful life in You, marked by answered prayer and fullness of joy! Help me to live this kind of life!
Listen & Obey
Spend two minutes in silent, listening prayer. Write down what you sense the Holy Spirit speaking to you. Here are some prompts to assist you:
- Lord, what do you want to speak to me from these passages of Scripture as I start my day?
- How do you want me to apply this truth today?
- Who do I need to share this with today?