5. Who are the branches of the vine? John 15:5.
NOTE: ‘The branches represent the very youngest of the followers of Christ, as the branch includes all the tiny tendrils that belong to it. Jesus is our centre. He is the parent stock that bears the branches. In Him our eternal life is centred. The words that He has spoken unto us are spirit and life, and those who feed upon His Word, and are doers of His Word, represent Him in character. His patience, meekness, humility, and love pervade their hearts.’ Review & Herald, January 14, 1896.
6. In order to bear fruit to whom do the branches have to be attached? John 15:4.
NOTE: ‘The branches represent the believers in Jesus Christ. Those who truly believe, will do the same works that He did. They are united to Christ by the faith that works by love and purifies the soul.’ The Southern Work, page 52.