Only the Lord is actually building something of eternal value in this world. Jesus says without Him, we can do nothing. In order to bear Godly fruit, the Son of Man must lay his head in you— this is what it means for Him to abide in us. But how can this be, when the “foxes and birds” have a dwelling place in us already? What does it practically mean for the Lord to abide in us as used in this scripture?

In this November 2024 Special Programme, Pastor Jeffrey Walter demonstrates why consecration is critical to knowing the one true God, in order to be joined to Him (the Vine) and serve His purpose according to His prescribed way. Through our spiritual training, we become well-aligned to operate as co-labourers with Him, by the Spirit of Sonship.

In this episode titled “The Vine and the Branches,” Pastor Jeffrey Walter teaches on the relationship between the vine and the branches (from John 15) in the context of who God is. He shares insights about some thoughts on God's nature and how they relate to ministry, emphasizing the importance of aligning with His ways to effectively bear godly fruit.

What God requires of us is to abide. May we receive grace to give up on our own desires and thoughts, and fully abide in Him.

Theme Scripture: John 15:5 (KJV)

I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.

Other Scriptures:

Matthew 8:19, Matthew 5:43-48, 2 Timothy 2:20, Isaiah 53:5-10, Matthew 26:14, Matthew 26:48-54, John 18:10, Luke 4:12 [All Scriptures in KJV)

Note: This message is one of a 4-part series preached during the CAFAN Special Program held in Kumasi, from November 28th to December 1st, 2024. Kindly listen to the entire series for a complete appreciation.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction

(00:01:10) What It Means to Have Faith In God

(00:03:26) The Way Things Appear and What They Really Are

(00:11:08) The Vine

(00:21:38) The Branches

(00:25:36) What It Means To Abide In The Lord

(00:31:48) Looking To The Lord

(00:42:54) Some Thoughts About God

(01:45:05) Surrendering To God (Prayer Session)