Abiding With Jesus
- Anthony Mock
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Jesus said, "Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. I am the vine, you are the branches.”
To “abide” means to remain close, to dwell continually in fellowship and dependence. Just as a branch cannot survive apart from the vine, we cannot thrive spiritually apart from Christ. Abiding with Jesus isn’t a momentary feeling or a Sunday-only connection; it’s a daily relationship that shapes our thoughts, choices, and priorities.
So how can Christians today truly abide with Jesus?
- Through His Word. Spend time each day reading and reflecting on Scripture, not just for knowledge, but for transformation. His words nourish our hearts and align our minds with His will (John 15:7).
- Through Prayer. Talk with Him continually, not only in formal prayer but throughout the day, in gratitude, confession, and dependence. Prayer keeps us rooted in His presence.
- Through Obedience. Abiding means living out His teachings in daily life. Love others, forgive quickly, and walk in humility. Each act of obedience strengthens our connection to Him.
- Through Fellowship. Surround yourself with other believers who encourage and challenge you to stay close to Christ. The church is like a grove of branches drawing strength from the same vine.
When we abide in Jesus, life’s storms may shake us, but they cannot uproot us. His strength becomes ours, His peace steadies our hearts, and His love flows through us to others.
Let’s make it our aim each day not just to know "about" Jesus, but to truly "abide" with Him.
-Michael Rosenblum