Living and Moving in Christ "I am the true vine and my Father is the vine grower." (Jn. 15:1) The first consolation of faith comes from knowing we live and move and fulfill our existence in the presence of God. Jesus teaches us in ways that are simple, true and touch the heart. He often uses images that everyone can identify easily. Of course we know what a vine is, but do we really? Have we ever been a vine or been part of one? Jesus challenges us to apply what is naturally true for a grape to ourself. We understand that the grape cannot truly produce its delicious fruit apart from the vine.