Jesus promised, “I am with you always.” Discover how His presence continues today — through His Spirit, His intercession, His leadership of the Church, and His sustaining grace.
Abiding in Christ
Bearing fruit means living a life that glorifies God through love, good works, gospel witness, and praise. This devotional explores how disciples can reflect Christ by bearing the fruit of the Spirit and participating in His mission.
Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches” (John 15:5–6). This passage reveals the secret of true discipleship - remaining in Christ. Discover what it means to abide in Him, how fruit grows through this relationship, and the danger of living disconnected from the Vine.
My name is Michael Adkins. For several decades I’ve been studying Scripture, developing discipleship resources, and teaching others how to walk more closely with Christ. Currently, I serve as the Discipleship Pathway Leader at Riverside International Church in Cascais, Portugal, where my passion is helping believers grow into mature disciples who live out their faith in everyday life.