Disciples Abide in the Son
Big Truth:
Disciples Abide in the Son
1 John 2:24, 28; 2 John 1:9
Bible Verse:
I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
John 15:5
Big Ideas:
- Jesus is the only source of life.
- Abiding is position and pursuit.
- We bear spiritual fruit as we abide.
Bible Passage:
John 15:1-11Influence:
FOCUS: Living in Pursuit
SERIES: Disciple
This series is an overview of what is looks like to be a disciple, following Jesus and calling others to follow Him as well, in the everyday aspects of life. This series includes a few shorter threads of weeks walking through the disciple’s relationship to God’s Word, to prayer, and to the Trinity.
Every student should know:
- Jesus is the only source of life.
- God’s Word is authoritative and applicable for all of life.
- To follow Jesus is to pursue a life of sacrifice and surrender.
Every student should strive to:
- Read through the gospel of John.
- Memorize the Bible verse each week.
- Implement regular rhythms of prayer and fasting throughout the semester.
Every student should feel:
- Thankful for the triune God who is worthy.
- Convicted of how deception has led them to disobedience.
- Responsible to use their influence to live for Jesus alone.
Every student should want to:
- Pursue obedience even when faith is a struggle.
- Grow in living in step with the Holy Spirit.
- Live their lives to glorify God the Father.
