"Life on The Vine" by Dusty Johnson
On the first morning of 2012, Pastor Dusty encourages us to pursue personal disciplines that will result in new discoveries, greater freedom and deeper fulfillment in the days to come. This message from chapter 15 of John's gospel encourages all Disciples of Christ to remain connected to Christ. As we do, we receive the life source of the Holy Spirit and find ourselves fulfilling His greatest commandment and His great commission as DEVOTED, LOVING, GENEROUS AND CONTAGIOUS expressions of Jesus Christ.
John 15:5 “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing."
Devoted - “Roots” (our secret life of worship and honor to God)
Loving - “Trunk & Branches” (expressions that reflect our worship and kingdom values)
Generous - “Leaves/Fruit” (gifts of grace that stem from our abundant source in Christ)
Contagious - “Seeds & Seedlings” (reproducing the life of Christ in others)
