Some miscellaneous notes for your edification...
The key to abundant life is fruit bearing. They key to abiding is obeying.
Strongs' No. <2592> karpophoreo {kar-pof-or-eh'-o} karpoforev- Bring forth Fruit
Pruning vs. cutting off- pruning involves cutting sucker shoots off so the energies producing them are reappropriated- In the process we are cut back closer to Jesus our source.
Jesus is your Friend: Fruit comes from a living union with Christ! We are also connected to others through the vine. You will find your best friends in places where you serve together- example- men who go to battle together.
Jesus chose us- while were his enemies He died for us- for a purpose- to serve -As He was obedient by remaining in the Father, we must be obedient by remaining In Christ.
There are blessings that flow from a fruitful life: John 15 , verse
7. Answered prayer
8. Demonstrated Glory
9-10. Enriched fellowship
11: Overflowing joy
John 14:21 and 23 ...remember, If you love Him obey Him!
More side notes
In addressing any subject I find it good practice not only to read the majority viewpoint. For a plethora of dissenting voices, here are a few sites to consider. Read the arguments and test them by the light of scripture, not experience.
And some spiritual fodder to chew on for the sake of discussion...