MEMORISE: Abide in me, and l in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. John 15:4
BIBLE READING: John 15:1-5
1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman.
2 Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.
3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.
4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.
5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
MESSAGE:
During the global lockdown caused by the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, the world seemed like it was falling apart because everything came to a halt. People resorted to using online platforms to stay connected with friends and families. Churches used the same medium to remain connected with members, and businesses to their customers.
Today’s Bible reading shows God’s desire for His children to remain connected to Him. This makes it easy for them to share in His thoughts, emotions, and power. One of my age mates called around my 82nd birthday to ask how I was able to still preach from place to place throughout the “Reach 4 Christ” outreach without my health breaking down. I told Him that staying connected to God is my secret. My dear child, yoU can also do mighty exploits for God from your teenage years. However, you must stay connected to Him through prayers, constantly studying His word, and fellowshipping with the Holy Spirit. The more you stay connected to God, the more you will become like Him.
KEY POINT
To be like God, stay connected to Him.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Micah:1-4:13, Revelation 6:1-17