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Today's Scripture passages are 2 Kings 11:13-16 | 2 Chronicles 23:1-11 | Psalm 1 | Psalm 35 | Psalm 92 | John 15 - 16:4.(Please note John 16:4 should read "But I have told you these things so that when their time comes, you will remember that I told you about them. I did not tell you these things from the beginning because I was with you.")Read by Ekemini Uwan.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPWORD40 for 40% off and free shipping on any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeTo reach the IVP podcast team, please use this form.Disclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
In this message, Amelia explores Jesus' declaration—"I am the true vine" (John 15:1-8)—revealing two essential truths: we must remain in Him through continual, daily dependence (not striving or earning, but staying connected), and we must trust the gardener's pruning, which may feel like punishment but is actually preparation to make us more fruitful and more like Christ. Drawing on her own testimony as a social worker facing immense pressure and challenge, Amelia shows how a season of pruning forced her to confront the inconsistency of her devotional life and taught her what it truly means to depend on God's strength—and she encourages us not to wait for crisis to start reading God's Word; train with your sword now. As you listen, wherever you are—in a season of growth, pruning, or storm—hear Jesus' invitation: remain in me, let my Word shape how you speak and live, and trust that the gardener is doing a beautiful work in your life.
In this message, Ben explores Jesus' beautiful declaration—"I am the true vine, and you are the branches" (John 15)—using the powerful picture of his own wilted plant that came back to life through faithful tending, revealing that we are called simply to abide (mino in Greek: to stay in, dwell, remain) in Jesus, from whom all life and fruit naturally flows. Through three challenges that block our abiding—whether we're just starting out, caught in the busyness of life, or feeling dry and distant—Ben shows that the answer is beautifully simple: connect with Jesus daily (not just on Sunday), bring Him into the ordinary moments, and do life with other Christians, trusting that the gardener (the Father) never lets go and is always working to restore us. As you listen, ask yourself: Where am I this morning—have I drifted from the vine, or am I ready to draw near and let the gardener tend to the dry places in my heart?
What does a tiny branch have to do with your everyday spiritual life? This Sunday, we're diving into John 15:1–11 for a message titled "I Am the True Vine." We'll explore how grapevines actually work and look at the first-century context behind Jesus' words. Together, we'll see why God lifts us up when we're struggling, why pruning isn't punishment, and how to stop striving in our own strength so we can truly rest in Him. If you've been feeling burnt out, dry, or exhausted by trying to do it all on your own, this message is going to be a huge encouragement for you. Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series "The Seven I Ams."
We open John 15 and sit with Jesus's invitation to stop striving for spiritual fruit and start remaining in him as the true vine. We talk honestly about weakness, suffering, and loss, and why the Father's pruning can be a sign of love, not rejection. • the disciples' fears as Jesus says he is going away • why “true vine” points beyond Israel to Jesus himself • abiding as making a home in Christ, not occasional visits • the difference between proximity to Jesus and abiding in Jesus • self-examination that looks for rootedness, not a religious resume • Noah's ark as a picture of resting while God navigates storms • branches that never bear fruit, and what chokes spiritual life • pruning as the Father's careful cultivation, even through pain • prayer shaped by God's Word and aligned with his will • being invited into the Father's love for the Son • joy that runs deeper than happiness and circumstances • the final invitation to come home, remain, and let fruit grow If you want to learn more about the MidTree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.
Scripture Reference: John 15:1-17
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Jesus is perhaps the most controversial & influential person in all of human history. Most people have thoughts, opinions and questions about who He was (and is). Some even claim to know His will or be doing His work. Is that true? How can they be so sure? In the book of John, one of Jesus' biographers records eight poetic metaphors Jesus uses to describe Himself. What do each of these things mean? And how might understanding them alter the way we see Him, the world, and even ourselves?
Rev Robbie Ytterberg preaches his sermon "The True Vine" as part of our Windows to Jesus sermon series. August 1 & 2, 2026
What does it really mean to abide in Christ? In this message from John 15, Pastor Chuck Maher unpacks Jesus' invitation to remain in the True Vine and discover the life-changing power of living in constant union with Him. Learn how knowing your identity, hearing God's voice, and walking in daily surrender leads to lasting fruit, deeper intimacy, and a life that reflects Jesus to the world.
From the image of an orchard to the truth of the Gospel, this message reveals what it truly means to be grafted into Christ. In “Grafted In,” Elder Ronnie Blair explores the rich teaching of Romans 11, reminding believers that salvation is entirely by God’s grace and that those who are in Christ are called to bear fruit that reflects Him. Beginning with a personal testimony of unwavering assurance in Jesus Christ, Elder Blair shares how the Lord redirected his message just moments before preaching. Reflecting on over five decades since preaching his first sermon, he points listeners to the unchanging truth of God’s Word and the incredible privilege Gentile believers have been given through Christ. Drawing from Romans 11:13-24, this sermon explains how the Gentiles, once like wild olive branches, have been grafted into God’s family through faith. While Israel’s unbelief opened the door for the Gospel to reach the nations, God has not forgotten His promises and remains able to graft the natural branches back in. The message is both a celebration of God’s mercy and a warning to remain humble, faithful, and dependent upon Him. Using the practical example of grafting apple trees, Elder Blair illustrates how the health of the root determines the fruit. Just as a tree must remain connected to the proper rootstock, believers must remain rooted in Christ. Sin, like unwanted suckers growing from a tree, drains spiritual strength and hinders growth if left unchecked. Through daily repentance, obedience, and the power of the Holy Ghost, Christians can continue bearing fruit that glorifies God. This sermon also offers encouragement for anyone who feels broken or unworthy. Through the finished work of Christ, God is able to restore damaged lives, remake broken vessels, and use them for His glory. The transforming testimony of salvation reminds us that when Jesus truly changes a heart, the evidence is seen in a changed life. Whether you are seeking assurance, encouragement, or a deeper understanding of your identity in Christ, this message is a powerful reminder that those who are grafted into the True Vine have hope, purpose, and eternal security through Jesus Christ. Scripture References: • Romans 11:13-24 • John 15 • 1 John 2 • James 5 • Jeremiah 18
In His final evening with His disciples, Jesus prepared them not simply for His departure, but for a new way of living with Him. Journey through John 13–17 as we trace the movement from the Upper Room to the True Vine, discovering that abiding is sharing in the very life Jesus has with the Father through the Holy Spirit. The Vine is still bearing fruit.
What do you do when anxiety takes over, and you can't stop the spiral?You know the pattern. Something happens — a shift in your body, a moment of tension in your marriage, a number in your bank account — and before you've had a single conscious thought, your mind is already assigning meaning, the shame is already rising, and you're reacting from a place you didn't choose. The spiral moves faster than your intentions do. Most of us have been trying to outrun it. This episode is about something different.The gap between trigger and reaction is small. Most of us blow right past it. But that gap is where the Spirit lives — and learning to pause there is one of the most significant things you can practice. This isn't a coping strategy. It's abiding in its most raw and necessary form.This is the final episode of the Simply Remain series, and it brings everything home. We talk about the everyday spiral and the longer dormant seasons — the empty nest, the aging parent, the chapter of life that feels unrecognizable. In all of it, the invitation is the same. Remain.In This Episode • Why the spiral is not evidence that something is wrong with you — it's an invitation to abide • The pattern behind every trigger: sensation, thought, emotion, reaction • The gap between trigger and reaction and why that's where God lives • The difference between shame that drives you deeper and the Spirit that leads you gently back • The four P's: Panic, Pause, Pray, Praise — a practice for the hardest moments • What pruning actually means and why the Father works through his Word, not the trial aloneKey Takeaways • The spiral is the curriculum — your hardest moments are where abiding becomes real • Romans 8:26 — the Spirit intercedes in your weakness. That gap is not empty • Shame drives you deeper. The Spirit leads you back. You can tell them apart by where they take you • Some seasons are longer than a spiral — dormant winters where the root is still doing its work underground • The branch that holds on in winter is the branch that flourishes in springSeries NoteThis is episode four of the Simply Remain series. Start with Episode 156 for the full arc — or listen to this one wherever you are today.Keywords • How to stop anxiety spirals as a Christian woman • Abiding in Christ when life feels hard • What to do when you feel overwhelmed and anxious • Christian women perimenopause emotional health • Remaining in God during difficult seasons • John 15 abiding in the vineIf you want to take this work and apply it, visit myhappyvault.com. That's where I share free resources and ways to stay connected.Discover ways to work with me at www.thehappiestlives.com or www.myhappyvault.comQuestions? Email Jill directly at Jill@thehappiestlives.com
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I Am the True Vine | Rev. Laura Johnson | North Raleigh UMCWhat did Jesus mean when He said, "I am the true vine"?In this message from John 15, Rev. Laura Johnson explores the seventh and final "I Am" statement in the Gospel of John. On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus gives His disciples one last image to remember: He is the vine, the Father is the gardener, and we are the branches. This beautiful metaphor reveals that the Christian life is not about striving harder or producing fruit through our own efforts. It is about abiding in Christ and allowing God's love to transform us from the inside out.Drawing on John's Gospel and the rich tradition of Wesleyan and United Methodist theology, Laura reflects on God's grace, the transforming work of the Holy Spirit, and the invitation to remain rooted in the limitless love of Christ. As we abide in Jesus, God prunes away what keeps us from thriving so that our lives naturally bear the fruit of love, joy, peace, and faithful discipleship.Whether you're feeling spiritually weary, longing for a deeper relationship with God, or wondering what it truly means to follow Jesus, this sermon offers biblical encouragement and practical hope. Jesus' invitation is simple yet life-changing: remain in His love. As we receive God's extraordinary love, we are empowered to share that same love with the world.Scripture: John 15:1-17At North Raleigh United Methodist Church, our purpose is to be a church where you can Belong just as you are, Become more like Jesus, and Be Love for God's World.Topics: John 15, I Am the True Vine, True Vine, Abide in Christ, Rev. Laura Johnson, United Methodist Church, Wesleyan theology, grace, sanctification, Holy Spirit, discipleship, fruit of the Spirit, God's love, Christian living, love one another, Bible study, sermon, North Raleigh UMC.
CONNECTED | Week 1: CHRIST — The Vine & The BranchWhat if the goal of the Christian life isn't simply to be busy... or even just faithful?What if God's greatest desire is for you to be fruitful?In Week 1 of our CONNECTED series, Pastor Eric unpacks Jesus' powerful teaching in John 15, revealing that everything in our lives flows from one relationship: our connection to Christ.Jesus is the True Vine. We are the branches. The Father is the Gardener. The question isn't whether you're trying harder—it's whether you're staying connected.Too many believers spend their lives chasing blessings instead of the One who blesses. We pursue fruit while neglecting the Vine, only to discover that real life, lasting joy, and spiritual growth can never be produced apart from Him.In this message, you'll discover:• Why God's goal for your life is fruitfulness—not just busyness.• The difference between being near Jesus and being connected to Jesus.• Why pruning isn't punishment—it's preparation for greater fruit.• How God removes what is draining your spiritual life so He can multiply what matters most.• Why staying connected during painful seasons is the key to lasting growth.• How real joy, lasting peace, and genuine love are all produced through abiding in Christ.Sometimes the greatest evidence that God is working isn't the blessing—it's the pruning.Because the branch was never expected to produce fruit on its own.It simply has to stay connected.If you've been feeling dry, weary, or wondering why God has allowed painful seasons in your life, this message will remind you that the Gardener never cuts a branch to destroy it—He prunes it because He sees the harvest that's coming.Your breakthrough isn't found in striving.It's found in abiding.---
CONNECTED | Week 1: CHRIST — The Vine & The BranchWhat if the goal of the Christian life isn't simply to be busy... or even just faithful?What if God's greatest desire is for you to be fruitful?In Week 1 of our CONNECTED series, Pastor Eric unpacks Jesus' powerful teaching in John 15, revealing that everything in our lives flows from one relationship: our connection to Christ.Jesus is the True Vine. We are the branches. The Father is the Gardener. The question isn't whether you're trying harder—it's whether you're staying connected.Too many believers spend their lives chasing blessings instead of the One who blesses. We pursue fruit while neglecting the Vine, only to discover that real life, lasting joy, and spiritual growth can never be produced apart from Him.In this message, you'll discover:• Why God's goal for your life is fruitfulness—not just busyness.• The difference between being near Jesus and being connected to Jesus.• Why pruning isn't punishment—it's preparation for greater fruit.• How God removes what is draining your spiritual life so He can multiply what matters most.• Why staying connected during painful seasons is the key to lasting growth.• How real joy, lasting peace, and genuine love are all produced through abiding in Christ.Sometimes the greatest evidence that God is working isn't the blessing—it's the pruning.Because the branch was never expected to produce fruit on its own.It simply has to stay connected.If you've been feeling dry, weary, or wondering why God has allowed painful seasons in your life, this message will remind you that the Gardener never cuts a branch to destroy it—He prunes it because He sees the harvest that's coming.Your breakthrough isn't found in striving.It's found in abiding.---
True joy and spiritual growth are found by abiding in the true vine, who is Christ.
We all want transformation—but most of us still want control.In Week 06 of Rooted, we arrive at the hinge point of the series: Surrender. For the first six weeks we've been working beneath the surface—our roots, identity, mind, truth, and faith. Now we discover that real spiritual growth happens when we stop trying to control our lives and begin abiding in Christ.Jesus said, "I am the vine; you are the branches." Branches don't struggle to produce fruit. They simply stay connected to the source of life. That's the invitation of John 15—not to try harder, but to abide deeper.We'll explore what it means to remain in Christ, why surrender is an act of trust rather than weakness, how God lovingly prunes our lives for greater fruitfulness, and why the deepest transformation doesn't come from striving—it comes from staying connected to Jesus.Because healthy fruit is never manufactured. It grows naturally from healthy roots connected to the True Vine.Transformation is not behavior management. It is life from the roots up.Follow Coach Dan Holland:Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/CoachDanHollandYouTube ➡️ @CoachDanHollandVisit us online
Do the ordinary tasks of my day actually matter to God?You're doing all of it — the meals, the laundry, the emails, the driving, the remembering. And somewhere in the middle of it a question surfaces. Does any of this actually matter? This episode is about what happens when we move through our lives productive but not present, and what abiding in the ordinary actually looks like.Through the story of Brother Lawrence and the theology of Andrew Murray's The True Vine, this episode reframes the mundane as the very place God is forming you. The laundry isn't the obstacle to your spiritual life. It is your spiritual life.In This Episode•Why productivity without presence leaves us spiritually exhausted•How Brother Lawrence practiced God's presence in unglamorous ordinary work•What Psalm 16 teaches us about security and presence in our assigned portion•How Murray reframes pruning as God's precision formation in everyday life•The three questions that help you abide in the ordinary instead of just endure itKey Takeaways•The ordinary moments of your day are not the obstacle to your spiritual life — they are your spiritual life•Abiding is a connection you maintain in the middle of the doing, not a feeling you chase•The laundry is the pruning — God is actively forming you in the mundane moments•The fruit grows while you remain connected to the vine — not when you finally finish the listSeries NoteEpisode three of the Simply Remain series, which began on episode 156.Keywords•Abiding in God in everyday life•Christian women and spiritual exhaustion•Finding God in the ordinary•Spiritual formation in daily routines•John 15 abiding and fruit•Andrew Murray The True VineIf you want to take this work and apply it, visit myhappyvault.com. That's where I share free resources and ways to stay connected.Discover ways to work with me at www.thehappiestlives.com or www.myhappyvault.comQuestions? Email Jill directly at Jill@thehappiestlives.com
In this episode of This is Kingdom, we discuss Elder Suarez's General Conference message, Jesus Christ, the True Vine, and what it truly means to abide in Christ.What is the difference between liking Jesus and loving Him?Through personal stories, experiences from Thailand, marriage, fitness, and even an unforgettable New York Knicks comeback, we explore how discipleship isn't about convenience—it's about commitment.If you've ever felt distant from God, struggled to stay consistent spiritually, or wondered how to deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ, this conversation is for you.We hope this episode encourages you to consciously choose Christ every single day.
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In this episode of This is Kingdom, we discuss Elder Suarez's General Conference message, Jesus Christ, the True Vine, and what it truly means to abide in Christ.What is the difference between liking Jesus and loving Him?Through personal stories, experiences from Thailand, marriage, fitness, and even an unforgettable New York Knicks comeback, we explore how discipleship isn't about convenience—it's about commitment.If you've ever felt distant from God, struggled to stay consistent spiritually, or wondered how to deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ, this conversation is for you.We hope this episode encourages you to consciously choose Christ every single day.
Rooted in God's Presence | Rooted: Standing Strong in a Shifting WorldWhat if the strength, peace, and transformation you've been searching for aren't found in striving, but in simply abiding?In this powerful message from the Rooted: Standing Strong in a Shifting World series, discover God's invitation to stop performing and start remaining in His presence. Through Jesus' teaching in John 15, you'll learn that lasting spiritual fruit isn't produced by working harder, it's the natural result of staying connected to the True Vine.In this message, you'll discover: Why God's presence always comes before performance. How abiding in Christ renews your strength during life's most difficult seasons. The transforming power of spending time in God's presence. Why spiritual fruit is the evidence of connection, not striving. Whether you're feeling exhausted, discouraged, overwhelmed, or spiritually dry, this message will remind you that God isn't asking you to do more, He's inviting you to draw closer. As you remain rooted in His presence, He will produce in you what you could never accomplish on your own.Key Scriptures: John 15:1–5, Luke 10:38–42, 1 Samuel 30:6, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Galatians 5:22–23This Week's Challenge: Set aside 15 uninterrupted minutes each day to simply be with Jesus. No phone. No agenda. No requests. Just His presence. Because intimacy always precedes impact.Stay rooted. Abide in Christ. Let His presence transform your life from the inside out.
Text Me Here!!!So happy to be back in the same week with another episode! Pray for me as we try to crank as many as we can out before baby girl gets here! I have faith that we can do it!This was such a fascinating talk to go through and study about, espeically being able to go deeper into truly what a vine is and it's purpose it serves, it doesn't surprise me now how much a vine is constantly referred to in the scriptures.I'm so excited for you to go through this talk and don't forget to really sit and ponder these 2 questions: 1. What am I attached to for my life?2. What am I drawing life from every day?********Links:Elder Soares Bio: https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2026/07/08/relief-society-general-presidency-teaches-about-ministering/Elder Soares Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/210soares?lang=eng'Abide with Me' Mormon Message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1ar9gjIrEQ E-mail: munchandminglepodcast@gmail.comInsta: @munchandminglepodcast
Don't forget to grab your free scripture journal at PrayingChristianWomen.com/journal today! What happens when the relentless treadmill of busyness slowly crimps your connection to the True Vine? Join Jaime on the Praying Christian Women Podcast for a candid devotional on Psalm 67, a brief but powerful psalm that celebrates God's heart for every tribe and nation, and reminds us of our calling to reflect His glory to the ends of the earth. Jaime unpacks the subtle, spiritual dangers of our fast-paced, technology-driven world, exploring the uncomfortable reality that 'busyness' can become an idol that drains our energy and starves our souls. Likening our spiritual health to a wind-whipped grapevine, she discusses how easily we can become "crimped" and withered without even realizing we've been disconnected from our life source. Sharing her own transparent struggles with slowing down, Jaime encourages us to intentionally step off the daily grind and carve out sacred, meditative white space for God's Word. Just as the ancient Israelites were blessed so that all the earth might revere Him, we are reminded that our blessings—and our connection to the local body of Christ—are never meant to be kept in a self-contained survival pod, but poured out to bless the world. Come ready to evaluate your own spiritual branches—the places of hidden withering, the exhausting routines, and the moments when reading the Bible feels more like a chore than a lifeline. Let this episode remind you that God is always waiting with open arms to breathe fresh life into your fading embers. Because He is a gracious God whose face shines upon us, who guides the nations on the earth, and whose presence can revive even the driest, crunchiest parts of our faith. Discover More: Explore additional episodes of Praying Christian Women, Mindful Christian Prayers, and other Christian podcasts at Lifeaudio.com Check out our new podcast, Christian True-Crime Junkies!, on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Connect with Us: Stay updated and engage with our community: On Substack @PrayingChristianWomen On Facebook @PrayingChristianWomen On Instagram @PrayingChristianWomen On YouTube: @PrayingChristianWomen Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
The True Vine | Pastor Justin Sommer | With Jesus: Week 05 | July 5, 2026
In John 15, Jesus will tell us that He is the true vine and apart from Him we can do nothing. Danny and Kurt discuss this eternal truth and the implications that it has for all of us. Thank you for studying with us!
Featuring the symbolism of the vine in John 15:1 from Isaiah 5:1-7.Don't forget to check out our website! https://treasurehuntpodcast.wixsite.com/realtreasure
Every human being understands the longing to be seen. As Curt Thompson says, “We are all born into this world looking for someone looking for us.” In this sermon, we explore Psalm 80 and its plea to God: "let your face shine that we may be saved." We discover how longing for God's face to shine upon us finds its perfect, saving resolution in the ultimate Shepherd and True Vine, Jesus Christ.
In this episode of the HRVST Podcast, we continue our “I AM” series through the Gospel of John by diving into Jesus' statement, “I am the true vine.” John 15 reminds us that real life, lasting fruit, and true fulfillment are only found by abiding in Jesus. Throughout the conversation, we share personal testimonies of the ways we've tried to find fulfillment on our own, and how God has patiently taught us to depend on Him instead. From striving, searching, and chasing temporary things, to learning what it means to remain connected to Christ, this episode is a reminder that apart from Him we can do nothing, but in Him, our lives can bear fruit that lasts. Join us as we talk through dependence, surrender, growth, pruning, and what it really means to abide in the True Vine.
In John 15, Pastor Sean Gasperetti unpacks Jesus' final "I AM" statement: "I am the true vine." Discover why there are no alternate sources of life, why abiding in Christ is the highest priority of every believer, and how God's pruning produces lasting fruit.
Are you exhausted from chasing outcomes that never quite deliver the peace you're after?Underneath every goal is a feeling — security, love, peace, worthiness. And that feeling is already available to you through abiding in Christ, not through achieving. In this episode Jill opens a new series called Simply Remain, anchored in John 15 and Andrew Murray's The True Vine. She names the works of the flesh we don't recognize because they look like diligence, introduces the idea of hard moments as portals into faith rather than detours around it, and shows what remaining actually looks like in a real moment of grief and loneliness.In This Episode•Why the fruit of the Spirit is not a to-do list•How to trace any outcome back to the feeling underneath it•The works of the flesh that look like virtue but quietly deplete you•What remaining in Christ looks like in a real hard moment•Why your hardest circumstances are doorways into abidingKey Takeaways•You're chasing the feeling underneath the outcome — and it's already available through abiding•The branch has one job: to stay•Striving and controlling are works of the flesh — they never deliver what they promise•Your hard moments are portals, not interruptionsSeries NoteEpisode 1 of the Simply Remain series, based on John 15 and Andrew Murray's The True Vine.Keywords•Abiding in Christ•John 15 vine and branches•Fruit of the Spirit•Christian podcast for women•Overcoming striving and perfectionism•Spiritual growth for womenIf you want to take this work and apply it, visit myhappyvault.com. That's where I share free resources and ways to stay connected.Discover ways to work with me at www.thehappiestlives.com or www.myhappyvault.comQuestions? Email Jill directly at Jill@thehappiestlives.com
In episode 420 of the Words of the Prophets podcast Todd, Burke, Rivka and Alia discuss the talk “Jesus Christ - the True Vine" by Elder Soares from the April 2026 General Conference. Have a listen!Words of the Prophets is a podcast dedicated to discussing every talk from the general conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This is our 12th general conference and we love hearing the words of the prophets through conference.#wordsoftheprophets #generalconference #conference #ldsconference #LDS #ldspodcast #podcast #sharegoodnesshttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/words-of-the-prophetsFind us on twitter, instagram or email us at wordsoftheprophetspodcast@gmail.comFind us at youtube.com/wordsoftheprophetspodcast
In "The True Vine," Pastor Dave Gustavsen reminds us that real growth doesn't come from trying harder - it comes from staying connected to Jesus. Teaching from John 15, he encourages us to depend on Jesus daily, trust Him in the pruning, treasure His Word, and obey His commands. As we remain connected to Him, He changes us from the inside out, resulting in a life marked by answered prayer, lasting fruit, and complete joy. Dave Gustavsen | June 21, 2026Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Much debate has occurred over the meaning of the pruning of the vine in John 15. If we simply take the plain words of Jesus in their context, we will learn the valuable lesson He is teaching. In this message, I look at the meaning of the true Vine and how the pruning of the …