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Abiding is an Active Command
Commentators emphasize that "abiding" is an active, continuous command, not a passive state or a one-time event. It means maintaining a constant, living union with Jesus through faith and dependence. As Charles Spurgeon notes, it's like a ship casting anchor in its final harbor, not just seeking temporary shelter from a storm. This vital connection is the main thing, more important than restless activity.
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Albert Barnes
On John 15:4
18th Century
Theologian
Abide in me. Remain united to me by a living faith. Live a life of dependence on me, and obey my doctrines, imitate my example, and consta…
AT Robertson
On John 15:4
Abide in me (μεινατε εν εμο). Constative aorist active imperative of μενω. The only way to continue "clean" (pruned) and to bear f…
Charles Ellicott
On John 15:4
19th Century
Bishop
Abide in me, and I in you.—The clauses are here connected as cause and effect. The second is the promise, which will not …
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Charles Spurgeon
On John 15:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branch…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 15:4
Continued production depends on constant union with the source of fruitfulness. Branches that are severed from the parent stock may produce leaves …
John Calvin
On John 15:4
16th Century
Theologian
Abide in Me. He again exhorts them to be earnest and careful in keeping the grace which they had received, for the carelessness of the fle…
John Gill
On John 15:4
17th Century
Pastor
Abide in me, and I in you
The former of these is an exhortation to continue in the exercise of faith and love upon C…
Matthew Henry
On John 15:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Jesus Christ is the Vine, the true Vine. The union of the human and Divine natures, and the fullness of the Spirit that is in Him, resemble the roo…