Bearing Fruit that Will Last – John 15:16-17
Jesus calls on us to bear fruit that will last. Fruit that is the result of faithful service within his kingdom. Fruit fertilized by love.
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Studies from the gospel of John
Faithfully Representing Jesus – John 15:20
How do the people of this world respond to you as a Christian? If you are faithfully representing Jesus, they will treat you like they do him.
When Things Seem Darkest – John 20:19
Life can be very challenging at times. But when things seem the darkest, remember that Jesus has conquered. And his victory is ours as well.
Now This Is Eternal Life – John 17:3
Eternal life is much more than life that lasts forever. It is life that is lived in a personal and intimate relationship with the triune God.
Ask Whatever You Wish – John 15:7-8
Jesus told us to ask for whatever we wish. And it will be done for us. But only if we are abiding in him and so that we will be fruitful.
Now That You Know These Things – John 13:17
Jesus taught his disciples many things. And his challenge is not to leave them in our heads. But now that we know, to put them into practice.
Following Jesus Wherever He Leads – John 12:26
Salvation involves more than a verbal confession. It involves faithfully following Jesus wherever he leads and serving him there.
Tell Me, So That I May Believe – John 9:35-38
Many are not receptive to the gospel but others are. They are waiting for someone to tell them so that they might believe. Will it be you?
Throwing Stones – John 8:7
It would be so easy to join with the religious leaders of Jesus’ day and throw stones at those who are sinful. But am I any better than them?
All Who Look to the Son and Believe – John 6:40
What is required for eternal life? Jesus said we must first look to him. And then believe on him. And all who do will have eternal life.
We Have Heard for Ourselves – John 4:42
“We have heard for ourselves.” These words reflect the change from only hearing about Jesus, to experiencing him for oneself.
To All Who Believed in His Name – John 1:12
Jesus is God, clothed in humanity. He came as the light of the world. And all who believe in his name will have eternal life.
