“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.” John 15:1-2. Scriptures abound that describe us as plants and highlight our reliance upon God and also his tender care for all our needs.  Each week in this series we will hear Jesus say something to his disciples to test and strengthen them. He is leading them to bigger and greater faith.  And we’ll also watch him demonstrate himself as the God we can depend on in every way. We are “good to grow” because of Jesus and his blessings. Believers learn to trust in Jesus and depend on him for everything.…