John 15:16
The Scripture
(16) Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus likens himself to a vine and his followers to branches, explaining that true life comes from remaining connected to him. He teaches that believers must stay united to him, bear fruit, and love one another.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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