Abide

September 27th, 2025
by Taneka Thornton

John 15:7
“If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.”

As the world continues to grow darker and colder, it is imperative that we stay connected to what is true and holy. If we’re not careful, we can find ourselves away from God based upon what’s happening around us. It’s easy to complain when we watch the news or choosing sides or views that may bring different opinions. In all things, we must remember to abide in Christ and trust in him.

Jesus said he was the true vine. Being connected to him is not about being a good Christian but being the light in a dark world. He needs us to allow his light to shine so others can see him. When we are disconnected from him, he says we wither away. Have you noticed when you don’t read your word or continue to feed the spirit how your joy, peace, and love seem to wither? You feel dry and out of place. This happens when we stop abiding in the things that kept our souls fed. Also, our branches no longer produce the fruit that’s needed to help feed someone who may not know him. Our fruit gives life when we are connected to the life giver. Without him we can do nothing.

If we are going to abide and trust in him, we must continue to take him at his word. We have things we are asking God for. I know for me I am waiting on some promises to come to pass. There are times when I am impatient and want the manifestation of his word to come forth. I’ve gotten frustrated with waiting and even at some point wanted to give up. But he reminded me to abide in him. I must stay in a place of expecting him to show up because I have his word.

Psalm 130:5 says:
“I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in his word, I do hope.”

The word of the Lord gives me hope. I can remember what he said, and grab hold onto what I know about him. I can abide in him because the word of the Lord is truth. He can accomplish what he’s spoken to me. His words will not return to him void. I must trust him and endure or remain steadfast until the change comes.

Above all, do not allow your heart to be troubled. If life changing decisions are made from frustration or fear, we will not abide. The Lord promised to give us wisdom when we ask. If his word abides in us, we have a promise of asking and receiving.