Presence - Joyful - John 15:1-13

As we get older we can see the importance, if not the urgency, to savor every moment that we have been given by the Lord. The Christmas season brings a heightened awareness of this reality. In a season where we are going to find ourselves in lots of rooms and around lots of table...some we are excited about and some that we aren't so excited about...let us stop and ask what kind of presence we bring. As believers may we feel the calling and the delight to bring the Lord's presence to those we will be around. He has ordained those specific moments and individuals. In this series we will look at four traits of those who seemingly walk in a nearness to the Lord and so bless those in their company.

DNA Questions: John 15:1-11

Discover

Why is the analogy of the vine and branches helpful when thinking about the fulness of joy?

How does Jesus help us understand what "abide" means in this text?

What does God's glory have to do with our joy?

Nurture

Do you truly believe that you can do nothing without Jesus?

How does the gospel empower us to "abide in His love"?

Act

What does abiding in Jesus look like for you?

What would change about your life if you lived believing you were beloved of God?