Key Verse:

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser.”

— John 15:1

Rooted Truth:

Jesus is not one option among many—He is the true vine, the only source of real life and lasting fruit.

Faith Story:

In the vineyards of Israel, farmers carefully tended their vines, ensuring that every branch drew nourishment from the root. A branch disconnected from the vine could never survive on its own.

Jesus used this picture to show His disciples—and us—that life apart from Him is impossible. We may try to draw strength from success, relationships, or possessions, but they are false vines. Only Jesus is the true vine.

Missionary Andrew Murray once wrote:

“The life of the branch is the life of the vine. So completely is the vine the life of the branch, that without the vine the branch cannot live.”

To abide in Christ means to rest in His life as our only source—because He alone is enough.

Scripture for Deeper Roots:

Jeremiah 17:7–8 – “…like a tree planted by water… it does not cease to bear fruit.”

Colossians 2:6–7 – “…rooted and built up in him…”

Psalm 1:3 – “…like a tree planted by streams of water…”

Daily Practice:

Take 5 minutes today to reflect: What “false vines” have I been tempted to draw life from? Surrender them to Christ in prayer and declare Him as your true source.

Daily Prayer:

Lord Jesus, You are the true vine. Forgive me for trying to find life in other places. Root me in You alone, and let my heart draw daily strength from Your presence. Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• What “vines” do people in our culture try to attach to apart from Christ?

• Where are you most tempted to find identity or security outside of Him?

• How would your daily life look different if Jesus truly was your only source?

#DeeplyRooted #DailyRenewed

Devotions for a Grounded and Growing Faith