I Am - Lent Day 42: Lifted Up, Not Cut Off

Jesus said, "God lifts up every branch in me that bears no fruit." (John 15:2) Many translations say that God "cuts off the branches that do not bear fruit. But the Greek word also means "to lift up." Imagine the vine-grower gently lifting a struggling branch, securing it to the trellis where it can receive sunlight and air. It is not discarded but nurtured, given another chance to flourish. Have you ever felt like a branch on the ground—disconnected, struggling, unseen? Hear Jesus’ words as an invitation: God does not cast you away but lifts you up. In today's Lenten meditation, learn the truth that you are held, supported, and given new life. Receive light and grow in love. Amen.

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So grateful for this feeling of being lifted up by our Father♥️

I’m getting so much out of these daily meditations. Thank you so much.

I am amazed by the change in translation of this famous verse. This resonates deeply with me, and embodies the nature of God’s love, and for me, the Divine Feminine. I will continue to ponder this new meaning. Many thanks as always and many blessings.🕊️✨💞

Literally uplifting! I love this image of the branch being lifted up, lovingly tended, as I've done it often in my garden. Thank you. 🌞💕🙏

Beautifully evocative reminder that when we feel like we are being abandoned we are actually being lifted up to feel the sun and it’s light and heat. Thank you! 🙏🏻