John 15 continued

Good evening family. We began to look into John 15 yesterday, and see reasons why life can be so difficult. The reason God does prune areas of our life is explained in verses 3-6. Jesus tells us that we have been cleansed by the words He has spoken to us, and that branches can't bear fruit on their own. Point 1 is that if we are trying to stand alone, we can't grow in our relationship with Him. The branches that are connected to the vine the strongest bear the most fruit. Verse 6 lays it out even better... "Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away and withers; they are gathered and tossed into the fire and burned". You don't see gardeners removing the healthy branches to burn them, do you? God's pruning isn't easy, but maybe... just maybe... if you look at it you will see He is building your connection with Jesus stronger! Be a blessing!

In Christ,
Pastor J and Victor

When Life is Hard....

Good evening family! We are going to spend this week looking at why life can be hard. You know what I'm talking about.... those times when it just isn't fair. Why do we suffer and have to endure hard times? The answer is found all through John 15. Verses 1 and 2 begin our study. Jesus says He is the true vine and that God is the vine tender. In order to make the vine grow more fruit, dead branches are cut off and godd branches are pruned. Enter your difficult times. When you endure these moments, ask yourself to look into what God is trying to enhance in your life! Allow Him to work! He's "pruning" you for something better! Be a blessing!

In Christ,
Pastor J and Victor