”Abiding in Christ” is a beautiful book that concentrates on breaking down the words spoken from John in chapter fifteen. Throughout chapter fifteen there are three main points to be considered. The vines and the branches, Jesus’s love, and the hate that he knew was coming. “Abiding in Christ” gives us Christians what they need, showing us how to abide in Christ (John 15:1-8) and abide in Christ’s love (John 15:9-25). This book does both jobs and wraps it up with a clear conclusion. Firstly, abiding in Christ is something that is extremely important in the lives of all Christians. Before we can abide in Christ we must understand what that means. The word “abide” basically means to remain. We look to Christ for everything, and long for him more through his scripture. Christ and his chosen ones are inseparable. One of the things that this book made me realize is that abiding in Christ points to authentic salvation. People with authentic faith will not defect they will remain (abide). The wont deny Christ, or abandon the truths that he has laid before us. This book has pushed me more to think about authentic faith and make sure others don’t have a reason to question my faith. Jesus says "If you abide …show more content…
Jesus defines our relationship in terms of a vine. Rosscup shows through John 15 that Jesus is the true vine, believers are the branches, and the Father is the almighty vine-keeper. Rosscup shows the reader that Jesus is the true, unlike the how Israel was defined in the Old Testament as a vine. Christ who is the true vine would do all Israel failed to accomplish. Rosscup shows, because Jesus is the true vine he is our provider of life, strength, and fruit. Dependence is see easily through the branch and the vine. Rosscup shows us how the vine is the one that supplies the nutrients to the branches, and without the great vine, the branches have neither life nor
I believe the most important concept that I gained from reading the book was to remain faithful, in good times and in bad. Walking blindly can be very terrifying, but God always has a plan for each and every one of us. At times, the plan remains unseen, and that should not deter or slow me on the path that my heart is yearning
John focuses on the profound meaning of the life of Jesus, whom he saw as the
The last way that Jesus demonstrated His discipleship was in the way he took care of people’s spiritual needs. The first time we see this is in Mark 1:21-28. In these verses Jesus is i...
...Today as a Christ follower, we will never be satisfied if our life is not bearing lasting fruit because we are not fulfilling the purpose for which we were “grafted “into the Vine. Let’s examine the “fruit” of our lives. Is it the kind of fruit that reveals the character of Christ? Let’s not settle for fruitless Christianity. God will do the work of making us fruitful – we must only abide, surrendering our lives to His mission of making disciples of all nations through us. The whole notion of mission is to stretch out to work the work of evangelism not through hierarchy, sovereignty, rather through humbleness, hospitality, affection love for the others. That is what Jesus who portrayed as the one who we do not deserve to untie His sandals straps in the first Chapter of John, later become feet washer, intimate with humanity leaving His equality with God.
“10 If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends” John 15:10-13
The first position analyses the Johannine epistles, uncovering which love themes are comparable to those of the Fourth Gospel and which are different. The second position Moloney favorably bands around and raises the question first introduced at the beginning of this book: Does the narrow focus of love in John betray the fact that this community has turned inward and forged a path toward sectarianism? In any case, there is a move from loving God, one’s neighbor, and even one’s enemies to “a passionate command…and prayer…that the disciples love one
The Bible as a whole is all about Jesus. For those who believe in Him, he is the pivotal character in all of scripture. While the Bible contains much about Jesus, John 17-21 highlights the climax of all scripture, which is his death, burial, resurrection and an opportunity for people to know the truth (John 18:37, NIV). This is why it is important to study this particular passage. For my essay I will give an indication of the settings, and indication of the main conflicts driving the plot and the extent to which those conflicts are resolved, observations on how Jesus is portrayed and the role of the other characters in providing a context for Jesus’ interactions with others, a statement on how this passage
The following essay will evaluate the importance of the journey that takes place from Systematic to Practical theology; this view will be explored through Ronelle Sonnenberg’s research done regarding ‘being together’ in a youth setting. This essay will first build on the basis of Practical Theology; furthermore addressing the importance of the community aspect within a youth setting; this will lead to the process that takes place between a Systematic stance, leading to a Practical theological stance.
What is consecrated life, and what does it mean to be consecrated? The word consecrated means “set aside for a sacred purpose.” In our lives as Catholics, we encounter many different examples of consecration. For instance, Church buildings are consecrated because they are to be used for divine worship. The chalice used during the Liturgy of the Eucharist is consecrated—it is never to be used as an ordinary cup but only for the offering of the Eucharist. Cemeteries are consecrated places, and visitors are expected to demonstrate appropriate respect for the faithful departed. And the central action of the Mass is called the consecration: at that moment, the Eucharistic gifts are no longer
Jesus Christ was the light that came to earth to brighten the lives of the people. He taught phenomenal and meaningful lessons that changed many hearts and caused people to accept Jesus as their Lord. Jesus Christ is the life of Christianity; the Word of God in flesh. His life, his ministry, and his crucifixion where prophesied long before he was born and Christians believe that they were all fulfilled. He had so much love for human kind that he came to earth to die for the sins of the people, so that their souls would be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The Bible testifies that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who taught memorable life lessons and performed astonishing miracles during his ministry.
Before I began to read the book I sat and pondered the questions, “Who is Jesus to me?” “What is Jesus to me?” and, “Who do I want Jesus to be in my life?” This was rather tough to say the least. To be completely honest, I was unable to answer this question. Of course Jesus was my savior and my father, but I began to realize I knew less abou...
Sure enough that if you study Jesus and seek Him, you will find Him, you will experience Him and have an encounter with Him. One of the things I’ve learned is that following Jesus is not just doing what He says, but also fighting for what He started 2000 years ago. This teaching imparted to me the most, and certainly changed my whole perspective about my Christian faith. That I’m not just part of a movement Jesus Christ had established, but I am part of a revolutionary movement. We as followers of Jesus Christ must stand firm for the gospel, to the Good News that was given to us through Jesus Christ no matter how tremendous our opponent may look like we must be strong and courageous. And for us to be successful we must prepare ourselves and do what was commanded to us, using the Bible as our weapon so that we can stand against the schemes of this sinful world. From all the rules that set against God’s law to the closed-minded people who don’t care about what the bible says but
As Christians, we try to think that since we are saved we are living a life like Christ but, we are missing the key points of living. In the book, “The Spirit of the Disciplines” author, Dallas Willard emphasizes the spiritual disciplines of our lives and to live like Jesus did. He mentions how the people of the world are missing the disciplines that are set for them in their lives. In Genesis 1:27, “So God created man in his own image.” We are the people of the Lord and must do works to please our God it is a way to show our gratitude for all he has done for us. We are placed on this earth to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever. Based off religion, we are negatively defined as sinners and broken people while science
Christians are not called to feel love for all persons, but to desire to act in a caring and just way towards all, which is the true reality of a believer’s unity with Christ. As we can see in Romans 8 it has already been establish that there is no condemnation for the ones whom God is sanctifying by the Holy Spirit. Paul explains that the primary cause of distinction between the true believer and all others is the existence and work of the Holy Spirit within. Within the chapter we all have received the proclamation that we have been freed from the bondage of sin and shame. Paul has taught us that our spirit plays a serious role in the sanctification of the believer. But, today many churches don’t teach much on the necessity of the process that is causing people to go astray doing what they want with no regard’s of what is set in order by God’s word. To truly understand this chapter one must understand text that appears in the text of Romans 6 and 7. This paper will give some of what Paul taught and what he shared about the concept of sanctification and how the spirit is involved with it all.
According to Hutchison (2015), “religion is symbolic patterns that consists of values, beliefs, behaviors and experiences” (p. 184). I personal conceptualize spirituality as a vital role in my life that helps me during a time of sickness, forgiveness, and needed guidance. Spirituality helps guide me throughout life during the difficult times I have encountered. Spirituality impacts my life in positive ways that influence and regulate my behavior and health. Health is very important to me; I believe the spirit can heal a person from their sickness. It seems that the spirit heals me every time I pray to be healed from sickness. The spirit gives me strength at a time of weakness. When I feel at my lowest point in life I call on the spirit to pick