John 15:7 (NET) "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you want, and it will be done for you."
After Chinedu accepted the Lord Jesus, he faced the temptation to return to his old ways and not remain in the Lord. But as he studied *John 15*, he realized that being fruitful required abiding in Christ. This meant making tough decisions, like distancing himself from friends who negatively influenced his faith. It also meant submitting to the Lord in all aspects of his life, including allowing God's Word to guide his business practices.
Many believers today are unfruitful and lack spiritual power because they fail to truly abide in the Lord. While they may attend church services, their lives are still governed by the principles of the world (see 1 John 2:16). You cannot genuinely abide in Christ while continuing to follow worldly values and practices.
To remain in the Lord is to cultivate a genuine relationship with Him. It means caring about His desires and seeking to please Him in every aspect of your life. When God's Word takes root in your heart, it transforms you from within. The living and active Word renews your mind (*Romans 12:2*) and molds you into the image of Christ (2 Corinthians 3:18). At that point, your desires align with God's will, and whatever you ask in prayer will be granted because it reflects His purpose.
As you go about your day, remember this: only those who abide in the Lord will bear lasting fruit. They are the ones whose prayers move heaven because they are aligned with God’s will.
Prayer: Lord, help me to abide in You and let Your Word transform my heart and life. Make me fruitful and align my desires with Your will. Amen.
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