The Wake Up My Daughters Podcast

A 7-Day Return from Drift – Day 7: Abide and Bear Fruit

Kathy Lindberg

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On Day 7 of Wake Up, My Daughters: A 7-Day Return from Drift, we step into abiding. Using John 15:5–7, we explore how staying connected to Jesus—the true vine—is the key to bearing lasting spiritual fruit. Today isn’t about striving or doing more; it’s about remaining, listening, and letting God’s life flow through us.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

  • Anchor Scripture reading from John 15:5–7
  • Teaching on abiding as the antidote to spiritual drift
  • A Scripture song to help God’s Word settle into your heart
  • Guided prayer and reflection for carrying abiding into daily life
  • Invitation to revisit the journey with a companion guide

Scripture Focus:

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers…If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” — John 15:5–7

Reflection Prompt:
Take a moment to ask yourself:

  • Where in my day am I relying on my own strength instead of remaining in Christ?
  • How can I practice abiding in ordinary tasks, conversations, and responsibilities today?

Action Step:
Today, choose one way to remain connected to Jesus:

  • Pause and listen to His Word through the scripture song
  • Pray quietly, inviting Him to guide your thoughts, actions, and decisions
  • Let one verse of Scripture guide your choices or responses throughout the day

Resources & Community:
Continue your journey with the Wake Up, My Daughters: Companion Guide, which includes all seven days, Scripture passages, reflection questions, and action steps: https://wateredbytheword.com/return


 Engage with a supportive community of women at Watered By the Word, where encouragement and tools help you walk awake and remain in Christ.

Series Wrap-Up:
Over these seven days, you’ve been invited to:

  • Notice spiritual drift
  • Soften your heart
  • Re-engage with God
  • Guard your mind and heart
  • Abide fully in Christ

This journey is not an ending—it’s a beginning. Come back to these Scriptures, this song, and this rhythm whenever you need to reconnect and bear fruit that lasts.

Connect & Share:
If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who may need to wake up and return to Christ. Let’s wake up and walk it out—together.


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