In this message from John 15, Jesus speaks on the night before His crucifixion and gives a sobering and hope-filled picture of what it truly means to follow Him. Using the imagery of the vine and the branches, this sermon calls listeners to examine genuine faith, the work of the Father, and the necessity of abiding in Christ for true spiritual fruit. Jesus reveals His identity, the Father’s loving and purposeful activity, and the reality that apart from Him we can do nothing. This passage confronts false assurance while offering deep comfort to those who are truly in Christ and being shaped by His hand.

Key Points:

1. Jesus' Identity

2. The Father's Activity

3. The Believers Responsibility

4. The Individuals Inability