Walking with God

A branch does not strain to bear fruit. It stays connected, and fruit follows. Jesus does not ask for more effort here, he asks for nearness.

Read

John 15:4–5KJV

Verse 4. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. Verse 5. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.

Read it in context

If you want to read on

Galatians 5:22–23

Think about this

Where have you been striving for something only closeness can produce?

Pray

Jesus, teach me to stay close rather than to try harder.

These are words to start from, not words you have to use.

Continue in prayer