Podcasts about John 15

John 15:2 | God's Good and Painful Pruning How does God prune us? Through trials, difficulties, discipline, and suffering Why does God prune us? Because He loves us and wants us to bear more fruit John 15:2b, "...every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit." God's pruning is never meaningless. It is always wise, every bit is necessary, nothing is wasted. It is always and only ever for our good. What kind of "fruit" does God seek by pruning us? EIGHT REASONS GOD PRUNES US: To purify our faith like gold [1 Peter 1:3-7] To help us grow in obedience [Hebrews 12:11] To increase our assurance [John 15:8] To make us more humble [2 Corinthians 12:7-10] To give us full, otherwordly joy [John 15:11] To enable us to comfort others [2 Corinthians 1:3-4] To prepare for us an eternal weight of glory [2 Corinthians 4:16-18] To give us deeper fellowship with Jesus [Philippians 3:10-11]

Welcome to the second week of our Nehemiah series with special guest Elizabeth Woodson! In this week's readings, we see the internal struggles that arise within the people of God as they continue to navigate life after exile. And it's in this very struggle that we get to watch and learn that the God who graciously cared for His people then will continue to care for us too. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 2 of She Reads Truth's Nehemiah reading plan. You can read with the She Reads Truth community on our site, in our app, or with our Nehemiah printed or digital Daily Reading Guide.In this episode:Use code JOHN15 for 15% off the John collection at ShopSheReadsTruth.com.She Reads Truth on Instagram & FacebookRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on InstagramElizabeth Woodson on Instagram*If you purchase something through our links, She Reads Truth may earn an affiliate commission.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Magellan AI - https://docsend.com/view/5vdvbdx7cr4tikmyPodscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

In this episode of Pray the Word on John 15:5, David Platt asks God to help us abide in Him and bear spiritual fruit in our lives.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.

Speaker: Nate HoldridgeText: John 15:1-16:4Overview: In this sermon from Calvary Monterey, Pastor Nate Holdridge examines John 15 to reveal the blueprint for a life of full and lasting joy. Jesus teaches that this joy is not a feeling we chase but the result of cultivating three essential relationships: an upward relationship of abiding in Him, an inward relationship of loving His people, and an outward relationship of resilient witness to the world. This teaching provides a clear and practical diagnostic for our spiritual health, inviting us to find our ultimate satisfaction in our connection to Christ and His body.Link to Discussion Questions

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For the rest of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year's CGN International Conference.This year's conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the Theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the' “Upper-Room Discourse” in John 13-17.The fourth message of the conference was taught by Pastor Alistair Begg. From 1983 to 2025, Alistair served as Senior Pastor of Parkside Church, near Cleveland, Ohio. His Bible teaching ministry, Truth for Life, can be heard on radio stations around the world, as well as other media platforms.The text of this message is John 15:26 and 16:7-15, and it is titled: “The Spirit of Truth."

John 15:1-8 New King James Version   15 “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. 4 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. 5 “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned. 7 If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. 8 By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples.

Have you ever considered the quality of God's love for you? Not just that He loves you, but how He loves you? Drawing from John 15:9, this devotional reveals a stunning truth: "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you." The same perfect love that exists within the Trinity is directed toward you personally.Feel His loving arms around you today. Be strong in Him who is loving and faithful in all His ways. Allow His love to be your strength in all your days to come, transforming how you see yourself and navigate life's challenges. Subscribe to continue receiving these transformative devotionals that bring ancient truths to bear on your everyday life.

Have questions or comments about this (or a previous) episode, give us a text!In this episode Dennis discusses the connection between a parable in Isaiah 5 and John 15 where Jesus is the vine and the Father is the vinedresser. God expects fruit from His people. But why do sometimes people NOT produce fruit? And how will God get fruit from His people. This episode if the first part in a short series on the fruit of the SpiritIf you want to support this podcast and ministry with InFaith you can go to Infaith.org/dennis-sutherby and donate there.If you want to ask more about the ministry, ask a question, or add a comment you can email Dennis as dennissutherby@infaith.org or follow his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DennisInFaithCheck out the feature of InFaith on Dennis Quaid's show "Viewpoints" and get a clearer picture of who InFaith is and what we're all about as a mission:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/MHfrTPqZ7v8yx7RY/ Support the show

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in John 15 "Remain In Me"

2. Only Children Abide in Love (John 15:9) by Church in the Square (Sermon Audio)

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An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about Abide and discipleship go to www.crosswalkvillage.com/discipleshipPlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!

1. Only Children Rest: Four Healthy Habits of the Father's Family (John 15:4-5) by Church in the Square (Sermon Audio)

When you hear the phrase "The Great Commission," what is your initial reaction? There can be a tendency in the church to relegate the carrying out of this command to those who are "called," or perhaps to those of a certain personality type.

Clinical psychologist Alexis Abernethy explores burnout, Sabbath rest, and resilience—reframing rest as spiritual practice for individuals and communities.“For me, it's knowing that the Lord has made me as much to work as much to be and to be still and know that he is God.”On this episode, clinical psychologist Alexis Abernethy (Fuller Seminary) joins Macie Bridge to discuss burnout, Sabbath, worship, mental health, and resilience in the life of the church. Defining burnout through its dimensions of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced sense of accomplishment, Abernethy reflects on how church life can intensify these dynamics even as it seeks to heal them. Drawing from scripture, theology, psychology, and her own experience in the Black church and academic worlds, she reorients us to Sabbath as more than self-care: a sacred practice of being still before God. Sabbath, she argues, is not a quick fix but a preventive rhythm that sustains resilience in leaders and congregations alike. Along the way, she points to the necessity of modeling rest, the impact of daily and weekly spiritual rhythms, and the communal posture that makes Sabbath transformative.Episode Highlights“For me, it's knowing that the Lord has made me as much to work as much to be and to be still and know that he is God.”“Often people have overextended themselves in face of crises, other circumstances over a period of time, and it's just not really sustainable, frankly, for anyone.”“We act as if working hard and excessively is dutiful and really what the Lord wants—but that's not what He wants.”“When you are still with the Lord, you look different when you're active.”“Sabbath rest allows you to literally catch your own breath, but also then be able to see what the congregation needs.”Helpful Links and ResourcesThat Their Work Will Be a Joy, Kurt Frederickson & Cameron LeeHoward Thurman, Meditations of the HeartEmily Dickinson, “Some Keep the Sabbath” (Poetry Foundation)About Alexis AbernethyAlexis Abernethy is a clinical psychologist and professor in the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy at Fuller Seminary. Her research explores the intersection of spirituality and health, with particular focus on Christian spirituality, church leadership, and group therapy models.Topics and ThemesBurnout in Church Leadership and Congregational LifeDefining Burnout: Emotional Exhaustion, Depersonalization, and Reduced AccomplishmentSpiritual Misconceptions of Work and DutySabbath as Sacred Rest, Not Just Self-CareSilence, Stillness, and the Presence of GodScriptural Foundations for Sabbath: Psalm 23, Psalm 46, John 15The Role of Pastors in Modeling RestPandemic Lessons for Church Rhythms and ParticipationEmily Dickinson and Creative Visions of SabbathResilience Through Sabbath: Lessons from New Orleans PastorsPractical Practices for Sabbath in Everyday LifeShow NotesExodus 20:8-11: 8 Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work. 10 But the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God; you shall not do any work—you, your son or your daughter, your male or female slave, your livestock, or the alien resident in your towns. 11 For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but rested the seventh day; therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and consecrated it.Opening framing on burnout, Sabbath, and confusion about self-careIntroduction of Alexis Abernethy, her background as psychologist and professorChildhood in a lineage of Methodist pastors and formative worship experiencesEarly academic path: Howard University, UC Berkeley, affirmation from her fatherDefining burnout: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, reduced accomplishment“I'm just stuck. I used to enjoy my job.”The church as both source of fulfillment and site of burnoutMisconceptions of spirituality equating overwork with dutyReference: That Their Work Will Be a Joy (Frederickson & Lee)Scriptural reflections: Psalm 23, Psalm 46, John 15Stillness, quiet, and Howard Thurman on solitude“When you are still with the Lord, you look different when you're active.”Sabbath as sacred rest, not a quick fix or pillPastors modeling Sabbath for congregations, including personal family timeCOVID reshaping church rhythms and recalculating commitment costsEmily Dickinson's poem “Some Keep the Sabbath”Lessons from New Orleans pastors after Hurricane KatrinaSabbath as resilience for leaders and congregationsPractical steps: scripture meditation, playlists, Lectio Divina, cultivating quietClosing invitation: Sabbath as both individual discipline and community postureProduction NotesThis podcast featured Alexis AbernethyInterview by Macie BridgeEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Alexa Rollow and Emily BrookfieldA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

John 15:1-17 - - Apr 19, 2015

When you hear the phrase "The Great Commission," what is your initial reaction? There can be a tendency in the church to relegate the carrying out of this command to those who are "called," or perhaps to those of a certain personality type. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1518/29

Whether you make New Year's resolutions or not, you probably have areas of your life that you would like to change. But the path to change, as we all know, isn't always an easy one.

Be the branch // John 15 by The Covenant Church - Shreveport/Bossier

Whether you make New Year's resolutions or not, you probably have areas of your life that you would like to change. But the path to change, as we all know, isn't always an easy one. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1518/29

How Much Fruit Do You Expect to Bear (John 15:1-6) - Evening Sermon

This Sunday, we studied the call of Jesus in John 15:1-17 to abide in him. The Lord says these words in John 15:9, “As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you. Abide in my love.” One of the great challenges that we continually face as Christians is not drifting carelessly from a deep, abiding relationship with Jesus Christ. MariAnne and I were just in Florida with three of our grandchildren. One day, we were at the beach and we were all in the water when suddenly there were flashing lights and sirens. A rescue jeep went flying past on the sand. A rescue boat with flashing lights when flying past us in the water. They were headed to a location about a quarter mile down from us. Someone was in distress. One of the common things that happens down there, or relatively common, is that people get caught in riptides. They are playing in the water, having fun, and then suddenly they realize that they have been and are being pulled out into the deep. Drifting into spiritual danger is a constant for every Christian. Growing in grace takes conscientious intentionality. Christ's call to abide in Him is crucial for every believer. As we head into all the busyness of the Fall season, I think this will be an incredibly helpful passage as we begin to wrap up our summer series on the biblical doctrine of God's love.  Pray that God might meet all of us powerfully this week. See you Sunday at 9 or 11 a.m.

Dear friends,Welcome to Season 3, Episode 13 of the podcast!Today's episode is a lectio divina on John 15: 9-13 with Rae. Each meditation we offer has three parts.First, Rae will offer some exercises to help you find quiet readiness for meditation.Second, she will guide you through the verses with lots of space for your own contemplation. And third, we encourage you to process your meditation by sharing your experience and thoughts— if you are meditating with others—or journaling or recording your experience in some way if you are meditating on your own. One of the ways we fund our community is through the support we receive on Patreon! If you want to join in, the link is http://patreon.com/shekinameditationpodcast or send a donation through http://shekinacommunity.com/donateFollow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/shekinagardenWe are so thankful for your support,Much love,The Shekina Garden Community

It is time this very minute to pray and seek God. Time to set our timers and pray for the minute. This podcast encourages us to stop for a minute and, now, in the presence of our Heavenly Father—with praise and prayer—worship Him in Jesus' name and in the power of the Holy Spirit. ———— *We do not own the rights to music played on this podcast.

If you consider yourself a follower of Jesus, you probably refer to yourself as a "Christian." But how often do you call yourself a "disciple"?

Midweek Bible Study (John 15:1-17) Seth Majors

For the remainder of this season, we are releasing the Main Session messages from this year's CGN International Conference.This year's conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the Theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the' “Upper-Room Discourse” in John 13-17.The third message of the conference was taught by Pastor Alistair Begg. From 1983-2025, Alistair served as Senior Pastor of Parkside Church, near Cleveland, Ohio. His Bible teaching ministry, Truth for Life, can be heard on radio stations around the world, as well as other media platforms.The text of this message is John 15:14-16, and it is titled: “Chosen and Fruitful.”

In John 15:18-27, Jesus shifts from speaking about love to warning His disciples about the world's hatred. As followers of Christ, we are reminded that this world is not our home, and that opposition and persecution are inevitable for those who live by a biblical worldview.   In this message, Pastor Steve Henry unpacks three key truths:   - The hatred of the world reminds us that this world is not our home.   - The hatred of the world reminds us that we belong to Jesus.   - The hatred of the world reminds us that we are not alone—the Holy Spirit empowers us to endure and to bear witness to Christ.   Even in the face of hostility, we hold fast to the eternal perspective: "For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison." (2 Corinthians 4:17, ESV)   —

All throughout both the Old and New Testaments, we see a clear pattern of people in Scripture turning to prayer and fasting in times of uncertainty, brokenness, and need. And in those examples, we find that prayer and fasting are not just religious obligations but natural responses to desperation. And we find that moments of crisis can lead to spiritual renewal when approached with humility and dependence on God. And we find that whether you and I are facing the unknown road ahead or the ruins of life, the invitation is to pray and fast, recognizing that our deepest hunger can only be satisfied by God. SPEAKERS: Jay Kim (Saratoga), video (South Hills) Bible Passage(s): Ezra 8:21,23, Nehemiah 1:3-4

Pastor Carlos Lollett shares from John 15 about how staying connected to God can help you grow as a follower of Jesus. Stay connected to the true vine with us at Reality Church Miami.

Abide (John 15) 08.31.2025 | Parker Johnston

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In this series, we are diving deep into the Gospel of John! Not only will this be a verse by verse study of John's Gospel, but this will be so much more.If you want a deep understanding of John, this is the study for you!Support This Ministry If You Have Been Impacted! Your Support Allows This Ministry To Create More Content & Resources That Equip Others.Free Online Bible CoursesOrder My Book "Fruitful"Support This MinistryOur Website

All throughout both the Old and New Testaments, we see a clear pattern of people in Scripture turning to prayer and fasting in times of uncertainty, brokenness, and need. And in those examples, we find that prayer and fasting are not just religious obligations but natural responses to desperation. And we find that moments of crisis can lead to spiritual renewal when approached with humility and dependence on God. And we find that whether you and I are facing the unknown road ahead or the ruins of life, the invitation is to pray and fast, recognizing that our deepest hunger can only be satisfied by God. SPEAKERS: Jay Kim (Saratoga), video (South Hills) Bible Passage(s): Ezra 8:21,23, Nehemiah 1:3-4

How does Scripture point to Christ? Together, we are studying Old and New Testament passages over the course of the year, learning how all of Scripture speaks to Jesus. Join us as we dive deep into the Old and New Testament and marvel at the ways Jesus is on every page of the Bible.   Today, we are discussing week 34 day 5 of the CIAOS study. You can follow along with us in Christ in All of Scripture| A 52-Week Journey of Discovering Jesus on Every Page of the Bible vol. 2   Visit The Daily Grace Co. for the Christ in All of Scripture bundle and for beautiful products that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.   Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Subscribe to the Daily Grace Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and Read the Bible in a year with us in the Bible App.

How does Scripture point to Christ? Together, we are studying Old and New Testament passages over the course of the year, learning how all of Scripture speaks to Jesus. Join us as we dive deep into the Old and New Testament and marvel at the ways Jesus is on every page of the Bible.   Today, we are discussing week 34 day 4 of the CIAOS study. You can follow along with us in Christ in All of Scripture| A 52-Week Journey of Discovering Jesus on Every Page of the Bible vol. 2   Visit The Daily Grace Co. for the Christ in All of Scripture bundle and for beautiful products that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.   Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Subscribe to the Daily Grace Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and Read the Bible in a year with us in the Bible App.

How does Scripture point to Christ? Together, we are studying Old and New Testament passages over the course of the year, learning how all of Scripture speaks to Jesus. Join us as we dive deep into the Old and New Testament and marvel at the ways Jesus is on every page of the Bible.   Today, we are discussing week 34 day 3 of the CIAOS study. You can follow along with us in Christ in All of Scripture| A 52-Week Journey of Discovering Jesus on Every Page of the Bible vol. 2   Visit The Daily Grace Co. for the Christ in All of Scripture bundle and for beautiful products that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.   Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Subscribe to the Daily Grace Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and Read the Bible in a year with us in the Bible App.

Today's Bible Verse: “I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.” – John 15:15 Loneliness can make us feel unseen, unwanted, and disconnected—but Jesus speaks directly to that ache. He doesn’t just see us as followers or workers in His kingdom; He calls us friends. That means closeness, intimacy, and belonging are at the heart of His relationship with us. Even in seasons when no one else seems near, we are never without the presence of the One who knows us completely and calls us His own.