Jesus says, “I am the vine; you are the branches.” This isn’t a slogan—it’s a survival plan. In John 15, we learn the branch has one job: abide. Connection produces fruit, pruning multiplies it, and apart from Jesus we accomplish nothing of eternal value. This week, move from contact to connection, trade independence for dependence, and let your life grow heavy with fruit to the Father’s glory.

Built To Be a Branch

“Vine Life” returns to John 15, where Jesus calls us to abide, endure pruning, and bear fruit—the visible evidence of real discipleship. We unpack why fruit matters: it glorifies the Father, draws people to the kingdom, and proves we belong to Christ. Expect practical, heart-level questions about your own growth and an invitation to let the Vinedresser form you for “fruit → more fruit → much fruit.” Ready to taste and see that the Lord is good? 🍇🌱

Fruit

God expects fruit from lives He’s planted, and Jesus—our gracious gardener—advocates, cultivates, and gives us space to repent and grow. But the window isn’t endless; opportunity to respond and to bear fruit is limited. Let’s examine our roots, embrace repentance, and live fruitfully for His glory—now.

Lessons From a Pearable Tree

A powerful finale to the Vine Life series from Psalm 1: the truly “fine life” is the one rooted in Christ. When we abide in Him, our lives are rooted in everlasting life, filled with divine purpose, and prosper in spiritual fruitfulness. Like a tree planted by streams of water, the believer thrives—not because of circumstances, but because of the life of Christ within. It’s not about success the world defines, but about flourishing in the will of God. The vine life really is the fine life.

VINE LIFE = FINE LIFE

What does kindness look like in the kingdom of God?
This week’s message, Kingdom Kindness, looks at David’s compassion toward Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9—a powerful picture of God’s grace toward us. When we were broken and undeserving, Jesus sought us out, spared our lives, and gave us a seat at His table. Now, we’re called to show that same kindness to a world that’s hurting.

Kingdom Kindness

Feeling like your trust has been shaken? 💔

This week’s message walks through David’s story in Psalm 56 and shows how to heal from trust trauma. When people fail you or life feels unstable, you can still anchor your heart in God’s character, strength, and Word—because He’s faithful, He’s near, and He’s for you.

Healing Your Trust Trauma

Let's explore one of Scripture’s strangest moments—when King Saul, desperate to hear from God, turns to a medium to summon the prophet Samuel from the dead. What follows is a sobering reminder of how disobedience and desperation can lead us into dangerous territory. This message confronts the lure of darkness, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the importance of trusting God even when He seems silent—because while the enemy’s power is real, our God reigns supreme over every realm.

A DESPERATE KING, A PRACTICING WITCH & A DEAD PROPHET- Playing with the Paranormal

Let's dive into the story of Paul and Silas—two men beaten, chained, and thrown into prison for obeying God. What do you do when God’s plan doesn’t feel like a good plan? When the doors you wanted to walk through close and life takes a painful turn? This message reminds us that even when we can’t see it, God’s redirection is His protection—and that sometimes your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of midnight.

When God’s Plans Don’t Seem Like Good Plans

Paul and Silas transformed a jail cell into a place of praise—and God moved in power because of it. This message shows that true worship isn’t tied to our situation but to who God is. Even in our darkest hours, authentic worship draws in His presence, stirs the heart, and proclaims a freedom no chains can contain.

A Word About Worship

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas teach us that the darkest moments are often the doorstep of God’s greatest work. As midnight falls in a Philippian prison, God not only shakes open the doors—but opens a jailer’s heart to new life. This message explores how God meets us in the deepest night, shifts our story, and brings a new day and a new beginning when we least expect it.

Built To Be a Branch

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