ABIDING - Day 1 (Series Overview + Abiding with Christ)

Scripture of the Day: John 15:1–11
Series Theme: Abiding: Planted and Thriving in Busy Seasons

Have you ever wanted to build a consistent quiet time routine—but found yourself stuck in start-stop cycles?
What if spending time with God wasn’t one more thing on your to-do list... but the very thing that fueled you to thrive through it all?
You’ve tried “morning routines” and reading plans, but it’s never quite stuck.
Can you relate? 

We get it. Life is full. And the idea of carving out time for Scripture and prayer—especially with distractions, demands, and doubts—can feel like wishful thinking.

But what if your quiet time wasn’t perfect… just present?
What if the secret to spiritual growth wasn’t more effort—but deeper connection?

In this first-ever episode of Wake Up Loved, you’re invited into a fresh rhythm of spiritual abiding that meets you right where you are. No pressure. No performance. Just Jesus.

If you’ve ever longed for a spiritual reset, or needed a permission slip to show up imperfectly, this episode is the best place to begin.

TIMESTAMPS: 

• 0:00 – What to expect from Wake Up Loved over the next 30 days
• 3:15 – Center your heart with 3 deep breaths to begin your quiet time
• 4:02 – Opening prayer: Rejoicing in the day God has made
• 4:47 – Why John 15 is the perfect starting point for abiding
• 6:12 – Bible reading: John 15:1–11, the vine and branches
• 7:55 – What a twin bond taught me about closeness with God
• 10:27 – Why you're not your fruit (and why that's freeing)
• 11:36 – A 300-mango-tree and your unique calling in Christ
• 13:20 – Journaling prompt: How will you stay connected today?
• 17:29 – Final prayer and a word of encouragement for your day

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