Through Prayer and Fasting, we are dedicating Thursdays as holy to the Lord.
Whether you have chosen to pray and fast for an entire day or just for one meal, understand that there’s tremendous power in establishing this discipline in your daily life. God desires a divine partnership with us to fulfil His purposes in our lives, families, and on earth. The Bible shows us that what God leads us to do physically is often connected to the release of spiritual blessings. In other words, our physical actions can influence our circumstances and our battles and victories spiritually. Through fasting, we demonstrate to God our sincere desire for change.
* It is important to consult your doctor before starting any fasting regimen, especially if you have any health conditions.
Thursday, 17th of July
Purpose: Abiding in Jesus: Bearing Lasting Fruit
Read: John 15:5
“I Am the Vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in Me—and I in Him—bears much Fruit, because apart from Me you can accomplish nothing.”
Our lives are meant to overflow with Spiritual Fruit. But here’s the best part. We aren’t expected to produce it on our own strength. It’s a task that we do together with Jesus. Our part is to stay connected and rooted in Him – a daily coming to Him in faith and prayer for help. He’s the One who supplies everything we need—our Strength, Wisdom, and Nourishment. As we draw from His Life, He produces Amazing Fruit through us.
We don’t bear Fruit by struggling. We bear Fruit by abiding.
Reflect
If you’re feeling weak or overwhelmed by life’s demands, remember your role. You are the branch—not the Vine.
When we’re weak, He is Strong. Lean into that Truth.
Apart from Him, we can do nothing.
When we abide in Him, He does the heavy lifting.
Pray
Thank the Lord for being your Strength and Source.
Ask Him to reveal places in your life where you are not leaning into His strength and tend to strive. Repent and ask for forgiveness.
Ask Him to help you remember that you don’t have to strive to bear Fruit. Your role is to stay connected to Him.
Worship the Lord:
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*Paraphrased and adapted from Abiding in Jesus by Love God Greatly