Vine LIfe
If you have met me you know my mission in life is to live a joy-filled life. A joy-filled life is one where God remains at the center and I walk with the confidence, remembering that He is my ever-present help. This is how I introduce myself at most speaking engagements.
Introductions matter. It’s often said that connection happens within the first 90 seconds. And now, with our attention spans shaped by the instant gratification of 30-second reels, that window may be even shorter. I introduce myself this way because it reflects what I ultimately want to be known for: joy.
When people remember me, I want them to remember two things, my humanity and my faith in Jesus Christ. I want others to see my effort, but also to recognize that when I fall short, it is Christ who enables me. I want people to know that I get tired, yet in my weakness, His strength is made perfect.
For example, during the last five months of 2025, I struggled with insomnia. And yet, by God’s grace, I began attending a weekly Bible class one morning a week, maintained multiple speaking engagements each month, led my team, experienced loss… alot of loss, hosted events for my business, and supported my daughter as she joined honor choir, played basketball, and celebrated her ninth birthday. And that’s just the 50,000-foot view.
It was a wild season. But I know it was God’s presence that empowered me. His care was tender and constant, reminding me to trust Him, talk to Him, follow Him, and stay connected.
Over the next few months, we will unpack John 15 line by line. Today, we begin with Jesus’ powerful introduction:
“I am the true vine…”
As you read this verse, I invite you to form an image in your mind. Picture the vine. Notice its length, its many branches and leaves, how it winds, stretches, and weaves. If you’re like me, your first image might be a vine along the ground or set against the backdrop of a vineyard.
That used to be my view of the vine.
Now, I see a vine that moves through sleepless nights and busy mornings getting kids ready for school. A vine that is present during early meetings, moments of conflict, Saturday basketball games, parenting challenges, marriage, church, and even financial strain. The vine is Jesus, and He is with us always.
He is the carrier of everything we need to live a godly life. There is no place He cannot reach. No moment too early or too late for Him to show up.
Where do you currently feel the vine running through your everyday life?
Notice the ordinary moments, mornings, responsibilities, relationships, or challenges where Jesus might be present and sustaining you, even if you haven’t named it before.
What have you been relying on as a source of strength or security lately?
Gently reflect on whether it’s productivity, approval, control, or roles, and how that compares to Jesus as your true source.
What would it look like this week to remain connected rather than striving harder?
Consider one small way you can acknowledge Jesus as your vine, through prayer, awareness, rest, or trust.
Thank you for reading my blog, I pray this stirred something in you. I will share more posts from my moments inspired by Gods’ presence each Friday. -Be Fruitful
