What does it really mean to remain in Jesus — and why does it matter so much? In this rich episode, Rohan and Jeannie unpack John 15:1–8, exploring Jesus’ metaphor of the vine and branches. With warmth and challenge, they uncover the personal and communal implications of abiding in Christ, fruitfulness, pruning, and what it means to be part of a living, growing church.

👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...

✅ 🌿 Why Jesus calls Himself the "true vine" — and what it means for us

✅ 🛠️ The purpose of pruning: growth, not punishment

✅ 🏘️ What abiding looks like in a church community, not just as individuals

✅ 🪴 How fruitfulness is both a promise and a responsibility

✅ 🧬 What kind of discipleship produces good fruit — and what doesn’t

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – The “vine and branches” metaphor and context in John 15

02:12 – What is fruit? And how does God get glorified through it?

05:29 – Is this about individuals or the Church? (Hint: Both!)

07:52 – How churches and individuals remain in Jesus today

11:01 – Hard questions: pruning, church decline, and discipleship

15:18 – Jesus’ invitation: stay close and you will be fruitful

🙋‍♂️ Reflection and Application

Are you truly connected to the vine — or just nearby? What would it look like this week to prioritise remaining in Jesus, both personally and in community?

💬 Share your thoughts below or in the comments — we’d love to hear from you!

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