“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.”
Scripture to Read: John 15
After reading the chapter, what do you think it means to “abide”?
The Greek translation of this word means: to stay, remain, to wait, not to depart but to continue to be present.
Read: 1 John 2:6, John 8:31, Psalm 91:1.
Pray about this invitation to abide. What is God inviting you to?
What does it look like for you, practically, to abide with God?
Can you identify any barriers preventing you from this?
Prayerful Action: Take a few minutes to be still and quiet before the Lord with these questions. Write down any thoughts, questions, or challenges you may have for yourself.
What 1 or 2 things have you learned about God and his character from these passages?
