What are you growing this season?

Growth begins by staying connected—see how deeper understanding takes root as you read.

What are you growing this season? Spring makes growth visible. But Jesus reminds us that real growth begins somewhere deeper.    “Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself…  I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.”  —John 15:4–5 (NIV)    Growth isn’t something we force. It’s something that happens when we stay connected.  What this means  The NIV Application Bible, one of the 70+ resources available with Bible Gateway Plus, puts it this way:    15:4–6 To fail to “remain” in Christ risks separation from the vineyard and consequent destruction. There is only one evidence that a branch is truly alive: Does it produce clusters of grapes? Fruit-bearing is not a test; rather, fruit-bearing is a byproduct. Fruitfulness will be the inevitable outcome of an interior spiritual life connected with Jesus.    In other words, growth doesn’t start with striving. It starts with remaining in Christ. Questions to sit with  What does it look like for you to remain in Christ this week?    Where have you felt disconnected in your time with God lately?    What small step could help you stay in his Word a little longer this week? Stay in the Passage Longer —with Help Seeing What’s There  That’s what Bible Gateway Plus is built for. As you read John 15 (or any passage), trusted study Bible notes and commentary appear alongside the verse, helping you understand what Jesus is saying and how it shapes your life.    No switching apps. No pulling a commentary off the shelf. Just insight tied directly to the passage in front of you, from a library of 70+ resources valued at over $5,300. Start Your 7-Day Free Trial Choose the plan that helps you stay consistent  Growth takes time—and consistency matters.  Monthly ($6.99/month) for flexibility  Yearly for the best value ($69.99/year—Get 12 months for the price of 10)  Get Started Today The next verse you sit with could be the one that finally opens up.  Have any questions? Please write to us at support@biblegateway.com. *All prices are USD. Additional sales tax may apply. The 7-day free trial is available to new subscribers only.    This email was sent to alitealbum.biblegateway@blogger.com by 501 Nelson Place, Nashville, TN 37214, USA. You received this email because you're a member of the Bible Gateway Plus service. If you have questions or comments about this email, please contact us.   Manage all Bible Gateway communication | Opt Out of all Bible Gateway communication   VIEW THIS EMAIL IN YOUR BROWSER  ►