Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. ---(John 15:4)
It is not only the privilege but the duty of every Christian to maintain a close union with Christ and to have a rich experience in the things of God. Then his life will be fruitful in good works. Said Christ, "Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit" (John 15:8). When we read the lives of men who have been eminent for their piety we often regard their experiences and attainments as far beyond our reach. But this is not the case.
Christ died for all; and we are assured in His word that He is more willing to give His Holy Spirit to them that ask Him than are earthly parents to give good gifts to their children. The prophets and apostles did not perfect Chritian character by a miracle. They used the means which God had placed within their reach; and all who will put forth the same effort will secure the same results.
Christ died for you and me. Why? Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sin. He took our place on the Cross. All of our filthy, sinful ways of living were dumped on His shoulders. He did that so we wouldn't have to. Now what will we do for Him? Only believe. Accept His 'free gift' of eternal life and ask Him to come into your life. He loves you so much. He took all the sins of the entire world on His shoulders so that we might have eternal life with Him. Please, ask Him to come into your life, and He will change you from the inside out.
[Please, maybe close your eyes, and listen to the words of this song. "O,... How He Loves Us"]
Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." [John 14:6]
