JESUS IS THE VINE
In Jesus’ picture, what does He say He is: the vine or the branch?
The vine.
What is a branch supposed to grow?
Fruit.
Where did Jesus and His disciples see lots of vines and vineyards?
Vineyards were common where Jesus traveled and taught, so people were familiar with them.
What is one way you can talk to Jesus and stay connected to Him?
Pray
Your friend drops all their crayons. What is one way you could show them the love of Jesus?
Help them pick up the crayons or encourage them.
In John 15:5, who does Jesus say are the branches?
We are the branches.
What happens to a branch if it is completely separated from the vine?
It cannot grow fruit and eventually dries up and dies.
Who was Jesus talking to when He taught about the vine and branches?
His closest friends, His disciples.
What book can we read to spend time with God and learn who He is?
The Bible
Someone is annoying you, but you choose to stay calm instead of getting angry. What kind of good fruit are you showing?
Patience.
What does a healthy vine provide for its branches?
It provides the life, water, and nutrients the branches need.
Name one kind of good “fruit” that can grow in our lives when we stay connected to Jesus.
Love, patience, kindness, joy, or other good things that show Jesus’ love.
What did Jesus want His friends to remember when He talked about the vine and branches?
That they needed to stay connected to Him.
When could you pray during your day? Name one time.
When you wake up, at mealtime, before homework, before bed, or anytime you need God’s help.
Your friend gets something you really wanted. Instead of being jealous, you are happy for them. What kind of good fruit are you showing?
Joy, kindness, or love.
Jesus said, “You can’t do anything without me.” What did He mean? Was He saying we literally can’t walk or talk without Him?
No. He meant that we cannot grow the kind of life God made us for without Him, including real love, patience, kindness, and lasting joy.
Can a branch still LOOK like a branch even if it isn't connected to the vine?
Yes. It can still look like a branch, but it cannot do what it was created to do or grow fruit.
What did Jesus say happens to a branch that does not remain joined to Him?
It is like a branch that is thrown away and dries up.
How can obeying Jesus help us stay connected to Him?
When we obey His commands and do what He would do, we remain close to Him and live in His love.
You see someone sitting alone while everyone else is playing. What could you do to show the love of Jesus?
Invite them to play, talk with them, or make them feel welcome.
Why is Jesus a good picture of a vine?
Because the vine is strong and carries life to the branches. Jesus is our source of life, and we need to stay connected to Him to grow.
Why can't we simply try harder and make ourselves grow good fruit?
Because real spiritual growth comes from staying connected to Jesus. We receive life from Him, just like a branch receives what it needs from the vine.
According to John 15:7–8, what happens when we remain joined to Jesus and His words remain in us?
We can ask Him for what we need, bear a lot of fruit, and our lives bring glory to God and show that we are His disciples.
Imagine you're at school and you're not sure what to do in a difficult situation. What could you pray?
Something like, “Jesus, I know You are with me. Guide me and help me do what You would do.”
Two kids are arguing over a game. You remember that Jesus wants you to love others. What could you do to help bring peace instead of making the argument worse?
Stay calm, listen to both people, be kind, and help them find a peaceful solution instead of joining the argument.