The Way of Jesus

Part 1: The Way of Dependence

We were created to have a life of impact that bears fruit. A branch cannot bear fruit if it’s cut off from the vine. In the same way, we must stay connected to Jesus so that our lives can grow and flourish as God intended. Much like an extension cord becomes full of power when it’s plugged in, when we are connected to Jesus he empowers us to do the impossible and sets us free to be who God created us to be. We must be on guard, though. We have an enemy who uses distractions, busyness, sin, and shame to get us to disconnect from the vine. No matter where we have been or what our lives have looked like up till now, we can “plug back in” to God. God loves us, and he wants a relationship with us. When we stay connected to God, we will see lives changed, relationships mended, marriages strengthened, sickness healed, and hope restored.