THE TRUE VINE

Jesus stated in John 15:1, “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.”

What is the difference between a vine, a TRUE VINE, and a branch?  The vine exists to nourish, feed, and grow the branch.  The branch cannot bear fruit by itself, and neither can we.  The branch must be connected to the vine.  The image of the vine identifies Jesus as the source of life for his followers who are called “branches.”  Jesus is the life giving TRUE VINE! 

In Jesus’ time, grapevines were abundant, and for centuries, the regions of Judea and Samaria were covered with grapevines.  They were fertile, vibrant, recognized, and desired throughout the known world.  When the Romans destroyed Jerusalem in 70 AD, the ancient vines were uprooted and taken to other countries.  For nearly 2,000 years, no vineyards existed on the mountains in Israel.  Then, in the late 1990’s a few Jewish men returned to change that!  It is written in Jeremiah 31, “Again you will plant vineyards on the mountains of Samaria.  The planters will plant and enjoy their fruit.”  

Jesus, today we invite You into the desolate mountains of our lives.   Help us this day to be like those few Jews to plant You, live, and love You as the TRUE VINE in our lives and in our generations.

The Way to Salvation

GOD’S LOVE AND PLAN: We believe that God loves everyone and has a purpose for their salvation and eternal destiny. John 3:16 (NIV) - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

HUMAN SIN AND SEPARATION: Because of sin, which has divided humanity from God, it is impossible for mankind to find redemption and eternal life on their own. Romans 3:23 (NIV) - "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."

JESUS CHRIST, OUR SACRIFICE: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died on the cross and rose from the dead to pay the penalty for sin and bridge the gap between God and people. Romans 5:8 (NIV) - "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."

FAITH AND REPENTANCE: God offers humanity salvation as a free gift. Repentance from sin and faith in Jesus Christ are prerequisites for receiving it. Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV) - "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast." Acts 3:19 (NIV) - "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."

NEW LIFE IN CHRIST: Believers are called to live a life in Christ, transformed by the Holy Spirit, and part of God's family, the Church. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) - "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"

RESTORED COMMUNION WITH GOD: Eternal life with God, from this point on till eternity, is the ultimate aim of salvation.  John 10:28 (NIV) - "I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand."

If you have accepted Jesus, the TRUE VINE, as your savior for the first time, please let us know! We would love to celebrate with you!

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