Daily Devotional - The ABCs of Fruitfulness - Week 3 - Day 11 - 1/11/26 - "Stay Rooted In Christ"

Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“Stay Rooted in Christ “
Scripture: 2 John 1:9, NLT

“Anyone who wanders away from this teaching has no relationship with God. But anyone who remains in the teaching of Christ has a relationship with both the Father and the Son.”

Devotion:
In a culture filled with spiritual shortcuts and popular new ideas, this verse calls us back to steady faithfulness over hurried excitement. To “run ahead” is to step outside the boundaries of Christ’s teaching — to pursue what feels fresh or thrilling while drifting away from truth. John isn’t discouraging curiosity; he’s cautioning us against leaving the foundation. The teaching of Christ is more than doctrine — it is the very heartbeat of our relationship with God.

When we remain connected to God and anchored in His Word, we stay grounded in what is truly reliable. He is the vine, and we are the branches, completely dependent on Him for life and direction. When we stay close and firmly rooted in Him, there’s no need to wander — our path becomes steady and secure.

Consider This:

• Are you staying rooted in what Jesus taught — about love, truth, grace, and obedience?
• Do you ever feel tempted to chase spiritual experiences that leave behind Scripture?
• What does it mean to “continue” in Christ’s teaching in your daily life?

Prayer:
Lord, help me stay grounded in Your truth. Keep me from chasing what feels exciting but isn’t rooted in You. Teach me to walk faithfully, not just quickly. I want to know You — not just ideas about You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.