08/26/2026
πΏ AIM: Abide in Me | John 15:5
Just like shrubs, sometimes we too can look healthy and full on the outside while still needing attention underneath.
In John 15, Jesus reminds His followers that God is the Gardener. He lovingly prunes what needs to be removed, changed, or surrendered - not without purpose, but so that more fruit can grow.
And that fruit doesn't come through effort alone. Jesus says, βApart from me you can do nothing.β A life that abides in Christ bears fruit that reflects His character and brings Him glory.
This week, consider: What might God be asking to prune so there is room to grow and bear more fruit for Him?