In John 15:12-17 Jesus shares the following:

– He chose us.

– We are commanded to “love one another.”

– The greatest form of love is to “lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

– We are Jesus’ friends when we love one another.

– Everything Christ learned from his heavenly Father he makes known to us.

– He appointed us to go and bear fruit that will last.

How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus chose you to be his follower and friend?

What would happen within Avon UMC, the United Methodist denomination, and for Christians around the world if we loved one another as Christ loved us?

What does loving others as Christ loved us require of you?

What would happen in your friendships if you laid down your own agendas and preferences for the benefit of your friends?

You have been appointed to go and bear fruit that will last. Are you fulfilling your appointment, or do you need to more intentionally abide in Christ so that you will be able to become fruitful?

 

For a full version of this Your Faith Journey devotional download the Worship Guide from the Avon UMC website: www.AvonUMC.com

 

The Your Faith Journey Bible verses for this week are listed below:

 

Sunday (11/1)

Today I am going to offer God ______________________________________.

 

During the worship service God revealed _______________________________________________________________________________________.

 

Monday (11/2)

Read Jesus’ words from John 14:1-14 and pray in response to what you read.

 

Tuesday (11/3)

Read Jesus’ message from John 14:15-31 and pray in response to what you read. Ask God to reveal a word, phrase, or verse that is specifically for you for today.

 

Wednesday (11/4)

Read Jesus’ words from John 15:1-8 and pray in response to what you read.

 

Thursday (11/5)

Read Jesus’ message from John 15:9-17 and pray for God to reveal a word, phrase, or verse that is specifically for you for today.

 

Friday (11/6)

Read what Jesus said in John 16:12-15 and pray in response to what you read.

 

Saturday (11/7)

Rest, enjoy some recreation, and reflect upon the past week. Re-read verses or phrases that stood out to you. The following questions may be helpful as you reflect:

How did you see, hear, or encounter God during this past week?

Who needs to hear about your experience sometime in the coming days?

 

*To download the entire Worship Guide, which includes the extended version of the Your Faith Journey Guide, go to www.AvonUMC.com.