Elder Michael Tolliver
April 1, 2026
John
A Spotlight on the Scriptures
John 15:5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
Abide in Christ. Stay close. Stay connected. Stay rooted. This ain’t just about religion—it’s about relationship. Jesus is not a weekend appointment—He’s your lifeline. Your source. Your sustainer. He said, “I am the vine, you are the branches.” That means if you’re not plugged in, you’re drying out. You can’t ghost Jesus Monday through Saturday and expect revival on Sunday. You can’t binge the world all week and expect to bear fruit in worship.
Growth doesn’t come from a glance—it comes from a gaze. Power doesn’t come from a visit—it comes from abiding. You want spiritual vitality? You want holy fire? You want to be useful in the kingdom? Then you’ve got to hang out with Jesus. Not just in the sanctuary—but in the secret place. Not just in the crowd—but in communion. Because abiding is intimacy. It’s walking with Him. Talking with Him. Leaning on Him. It’s letting His Word shape your thoughts, His Spirit guide your steps, and His love fuel your life. So don’t just show up—stay in Him. Don’t just check in—press in. Because only those who abide… abound.
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