Sunday 22 April 2018

John 15:1-4

To abide means to remain with someone or something all time, all day.

Abiding in God is being in the presence in God always; being in a steady relationship with God.

Abiding in God is not just coming to church on Sunday; it is a steady relationship with God.

In John 15:1, Jesus said he is the true vine; this implies that there are other vines.

John 14:6

Thus we must abide in only the true vine - Jesus.

Isaiah 43:2

Isaiah 43:15

2 Chronicles 14:11

2 Chronicles 14:12

2 Chronicles 14:6

What Happens to a life that abides in God?

1. Experiences God's blessings. Example - Obededom. 2 Samuel 6:11

2. There is nothing Impossibility is his life. Example - Zechariah and Elizabeth. Luke 1.

3. Experiences rest all round. 2 Chronicles 14:6

4. Experiences automatic open doors and Brings deliverance.

Acts 12:5-10

5. Radiates the glory of God

6. Hardship disappears and Open heavens. Hardship includes environmental, social, marital, career, mental, medical hardship, etc.

7. Experiences freedom from bondages. Example - Lazarus. John 11

8. Experiences full joy. John 15:11

9. Your destiny helpers will seek you out.

What do you do to experience the power of God?

1. God does not dwell in dirty places. You must be born again.

2. You must have a personal relationship with God.

3. Love God with all your heart and love your flesh less.

4. Avoid fleshly lust and evil.

5. Live a holy life.

6. Obey all commandments.

7. Be prayerful.

8. Keep a good company.