I Am New
“True Vine”
John 15:1-17

“I am” statements show the divine identity of Jesus and His purpose

“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” –John 13:34-35  

John 15:1-17

The only “I am” statement with a second aspect:
I am the true vine AND the Father is the vine keeper

Israel: God’s vine in the Old Testament – Psalm 80:8, Isaiah 5:1-7; Ezekiel 15; Hosea 10:1

Called to produce and be fruitful
Connecting/No fruit

Believer’s relationship with Jesus
Productivity

Fruit comes out of our relationship with Jesus
Abundance

Remain
Relationship
Prayer
Bible reading
Serving
Obedience

Obedience: It’s the apple all over again

When you are connected to Jesus and have a deep growing relationship with Him it results in:
• Peace in your circumstances
• Strength in hard times
• Joy that can’t be taken 
• Hope through trials
• Patience in all situations
• Gentleness 
• Faithfulness/ trusting in Jesus
• Goodness/Godliness 
• Kindness extended to those around you/looking for opportunities
• Love