“I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing” (John 15:5).
As we close out this week of our study, let’s take one last look at the golden lampstand. It had three main parts; the base, the shaft and the branches. All were made from one piece of pure gold. The shaft is symbolic of God and the branches of us.
Today’s key verse gives us a New Testament picture. We gather our light from the main source of Light. He is the vine and we are the branches. We must abide in Him so we can reflect His love and light. We are nothing without Him.
A modern illustration, we could use an electric lamp. Unless we plug it into a power source, it will never give off light. As an extension of Him, stay “plugged in.”
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Are you a missionary? Have you shared Christ with someone this day/week/month/year? Why not? Each one should be reaching out. Offer praises to God if you’re already involved.
