Intro: Do you get into survival mode?

I. Gathering Strength from the VineA. Typically Jesus’ disciples have not been people of excess means B. A successful disciple of Jesus

1. Doesn’t lose track of the purpose of life2. Understands that it is Jesus working through him or her 3. “Abides” in Jesus4. Follows Jesus’ commands out of love5. Is saved by grace6. And yet is highly rewarded

II. Losing Track of Why You Are AliveA. Not many have had great examplesB. Our walk with God becomes a religion/cultureC. Wilting under pressureD. Getting drawn into a purpose of entertaining yourself

III. Loving Workmanship A. Chosen by Jesus

B. Appointed to God-given purpose C. Fruit that remainsD. Jesus’ joy and ours

Do you find yourself looking for how God can use you often, or does it rarely cross your mind?

How do you think you can be better prepared to be fruitful for God’s Kingdom?