3 AM Whispers: Who Are You Depending On?

Good morning, everyone. It's Thursday, July 24th, 2025, and it’s 3 AM here at the cypress swamp cabin overlooking the Red River in Shreveport, Louisiana. The bayou is hushed, a deep, contemplative quiet that invites us into the heart of our spiritual journey.

As we continue our series on "getting alone with God in our private time," today's reflection brings a crucial question to the forefront: Who are you truly depending on? In our daily lives, it's easy to rely on our own strength, our plans, our resources, or even the support of those around us. But in our spiritual walk, where does our ultimate dependence lie?

Abiding in the Vine: John 15:5

Jesus gave us a vivid and essential picture of true dependence in John 15:5:

"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."

At 3 AM, as we sit in the quiet, this verse cuts through any illusion of self-sufficiency. Just as a branch cannot bear fruit or even survive apart from the vine, we, as believers, are utterly dependent on Christ. "Apart from me you can do nothing." This isn't meant to diminish us but to redirect our focus to the source of all life and power. True spiritual fruitfulness – in our character, our actions, and our impact – flows only from a deep, continuous abiding in Him. It calls us to intentionally connect with Him, moment by moment, recognizing that every good thing comes from this vital link.

A Posture of Constant Reliance: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

This radical dependence on Christ isn't meant to be a once-a-day check-in; it's a constant posture of the heart. This leads us to 1 Thessalonians 5:17:

"Pray continually."

This command to "pray continually" isn't about reciting endless formal prayers. It's about maintaining an unbroken connection, a consistent awareness of God's presence, and a continuous acknowledgment of our need for Him throughout the day. It's the practical outflow of abiding in the vine. When we depend on Him for everything, our lives become an ongoing conversation, a sustained reliance on His wisdom, strength, and guidance. This constant communication reinforces our dependence, transforming every moment into an opportunity to lean on Him.

As this Thursday morning unfolds, let this be your meditation: who are you depending on? Choose to consciously abide in Christ as the vine, drawing all your life and strength from Him. And let your day be marked by a continuous, dependent prayer, living out your reliance on the One who empowers you to do all things.

I wanted to make sure I got this out to you all now. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. Have a blessed Thursday.