In this week’s message, entitled “Of Chains and Vines”, we examined John 15:1-11. We heard that because we as Christians have been set apart, we will progress in growth. The chains that once held us are now gone. To better understand this implication of the gospel, let us consider these questions:
- If elephants are chained when they are young, they will allow a slender rope to hold them back in the future. What chain do you envision in your life that may only be a slender rope?
- Have you ever had the perspective “God helps those who help themselves”? What negative affect has this kind of thinking had on your life?
- In what ways does the gospel communicate the reality that God helps those who can’t help themselves?
- What is your understanding of God’s pruning work in your life? Why is it a good thing?
- Would you say that you regularly seek Christ’s help every day or more when you are desperate? Why is this so?
- How does understanding that Christ is your true vine affect your understanding of how growth will take place in your life?
Let’s seek to abide in Christ daily, and may he be glorified by the growth that this produces.
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