Scripture:
“Abide in Me, and I in you. 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 (NKJV)
Points:
- Abiding in Christ is the secret to a fruitful Christian life.
- We cannot bear lasting fruit apart from Him.
- Abiding is a relationship of constant dependence.
- Christ provides the life, strength, and nourishment we need.
- Staying connected to Him changes everything — from the inside out.
Poem: Stay With Me
You are the vine, I am the branch.
Without You, I am dry and weak.
But when I stay, You feed my soul.
You shape the fruit that others see.
You give the life I cannot make.
I’ve tried to go my way before—
To bear the weight with empty hands.
But nothing grows outside Your love.
Nothing lasts that isn’t Yours.
Nothing matters if You’re not near.
Abiding is not rush or noise.
It’s quiet trust, it’s steady peace.
It’s letting go of other vines.
It’s staying still in who You are.
It’s living from the root of grace.
You prune the branch that stays with You.
You cut to grow, You tend with care.
Though pain may come, the life is deep.
The joy returns, the fruit remains.
The purpose shines in every day.
So help me dwell and not depart.
To find my rest and home in You.
To let Your Word remain in me.
To walk with You through every hour.
To know that You will hold me close.
Prayer:
Jesus, help me abide in You today. Let me draw my strength and life from You. Keep me connected to Your love and truth. Amen.
