Abiding in Jesus is the key to a life of spiritual growth, strength, and fruitfulness. Just as branches cannot bear fruit apart from the vine, we cannot thrive apart from Christ. When we remain in Him, He nourishes us, transforms us, and produces in us the lasting fruit of His Spirit that impacts the world around us.

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Jesus is the light of the world. As his followers, we must walk in fellowship with God and with one another, reflecting his light to those around us, and surrendering fully to him as the only light worth following.

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In John 8, we see Jesus claim to be the great I AM – directly invoking God speaking to Moses at the burning bush. In our lives today, we must all answer the question “Who is Jesus?” Our answer changes everything.

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What is your life? Life is chaotic, stressful, and uncertain. Make the most of your life by following the advice of James: surrender to God’s will.

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In Mark 9 when we read about the transfiguration of Jesus, we see that Jesus revealed a glimpse of his glory to his disciples. We are not meant to stay in our “mountain top moments,” but to trust Jesus completely and carry his glory into the ordinary moments of life as well.

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In Mark 1:29-39, we see Jesus’s healing as both comprehensive and personal. He not only meets our temporary needs but offers us a salvation that lasts forever.

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In Mark 1, we see that Jesus’s authority is revealed. This authority demands a response from us, as we determine who or what has authority over our own lives.

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In Mark 1, we see the urgency that comes when we follow Jesus. This urgency stems from a realization that Jesus is the embodiment of the kingdom of God, we are called to follow Him, and He is everything we need.

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In Matthew 11, we see John the Baptist grapple with doubt as he asks, “Jesus, are you the One?” We each have situations in our lives that cause us to doubt, but through this passage, we learn that Jesus exceeds all of our expectations.

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During the baptism of Jesus, a voice from heaven proved his identity as the Son of God beloved by the Father.   In our baptism, the water reminds us of the cleansing of our sins, and a new birth through the Lord.   

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In Matthew 2, we read about the Magi seeking Jesus by following a star. This demonstrates God’s pursuit of us through signs and wonders, the global nature of salvation, and the truth that we have all been tasked with carrying the light to those who have not yet known it.

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