The Beauty and Power of Spiritual Fruit

The Beauty and Power of Spiritual Fruit

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The law is not against such things. — Galatians 5:22–23 (CSB) When Jesus told His disciples that they were to “bear much fruit” (John 15:1–8), He...
Abiding Is Personal… But Not Private

Abiding Is Personal… But Not Private

In our last few posts, we’ve explored what it means to abide—staying connected to Jesus, bearing fruit, and trusting Him even when life feels like it’s being pruned. But Jesus doesn’t stop there. He turns to His disciples, looks them in the eye, and says: “My command...
Pruning with Purpose – Growing Through the Hard Stuff

Pruning with Purpose – Growing Through the Hard Stuff

Scripture Focus: John 15:1–2, 9–11 “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” – John 15:2 (ESV)   When Growth Feels Like Loss Let’s be real: pruning doesn’t sound fun....
What Does It Mean to Abide in Christ?

What Does It Mean to Abide in Christ?

Scripture Focus: John 15:1–4 “Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.” – John 15:4 (ESV) Staying Connected in a Disconnected World Have you ever had one of those days...
The Three Marys of Easter

The Three Marys of Easter

An Easter Devotional for Women to Know, Live & Share God’s Word   In the heart of spring, we celebrate Easter—the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Woven into this sacred story are powerful examples for us as Christian women: the ways we can know, live,...