John 15-7

 We don’t use the word ‘abide’ in today’s culture. But definitions indicate it is a versatile word: “ The verb "abide" means to accept or act in accordance with something, such as a rule, decision, or recommendation. It can also mean to remain, stick with it, persevere, to endure or withstand something.” One thing that hit me is that abuse is an action word, not passive. To remain in Christ, attached and cleansed to the Vine requires action on our part, paying attention to the details of attachment to the Vine. As Dallas Willard has taught, God is opposed to earning status with God, but He is not opposed to our efforts. 

The verb "abide" means to accept or act in accordance with something, such as a rule, decision, or recommendation. It can also mean to endure or withstand something. 

“Verse 1

For my waking breath
For my daily bread
I depend on You
I depend on You

Verse 2

For the sun to rise
For my sleep at night
I depend on You
I depend on You

Chorus 1

You’re the way the truth and the life
You’re the well that never runs dry
I’m the branch and You are the vine
Draw me close and teach me to abide

Verse 3

For the victories
Still in front of me
I depend on You
I depend on You

Bridge 1

When I pass through death
As I enter rest
I depend on You
I depend on You

Bridge 2

For eternal life
To be raised with Christ
I depend on You
I depend on You

• Lyrics, “Abide”, by Aaron Williams and Jon Reddick
• Abide | Aaron Williams & Jon Reddick (Lyric)