The Trellis and the Vine

Posted on January 20, 2012 by mtsweat

“The Ministry Mind-Shift That Changes Everything”

At the site, Steven Sawyer, Devotionals Blogger, I was reminded of this interesting read that I’ve been working my way through for a couple of months now. (It’s too long a story at this moment to explain why I haven’t gotten through it in that time)

In this book, and Steven’s post, Santa Claus and Satan, the reader is confronted with the most exciting news available to all believers in Jesus Christ. A successful and profitable Christian life is not only possible… it is ensured!

How? By simply responding to the words of Jesus to His disciples in the fifteenth chapter of John’s account of the gospel. There Jesus said, “Abide in Me!” He shared with them… and with us, “Make your home in Me.” And for those who refuse? They are left with no hope.

About mtsweat

Seeking the rest that is only promised and found in Christ Jesus, along with my treasured wife of more than twenty-five years, we seek to grow in our relationship with our Heavenly Father, walk with the Holy Spirit as He moves our hearts, loving others always as Jesus loves us, and carry the news of His glory, the wonderful gospel, that gives light and life where there once was only darkness.
This entry was posted in Books and tagged , , , , , , , , . Bookmark the permalink.

4 Responses to The Trellis and the Vine

  1. meetingintheclouds says:
    January 23, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    The point I like most here is that the same sap which flows through the Vine (Christ) also flows through the branches (us) and because of this we are enabled to “abide in Him”

  2. granbee says:
    January 20, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    This puts me in mind of the scripture, “I am the vine; you are the fruit.” The fruit results from choosing the right home!

    • mtsweat says:
      January 20, 2012 at 7:14 pm

      Thank you, Granbee. That may be the most amazing comment I’ve ever received… “The fruit results from choosing the right home!” God bless you good friend!

  3. Steven Sawyer says:
    January 20, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    Thank you so much for mentioning and referencing my Santa blog. You’re a big help and a real positive blogger influence for me.
    Thanks.
    In brotherly Christian love, Steve

Comments are closed.