1. BIBLE - GROWTH OF THE CHURCH ACTS 9:26-31 Text

2. Can the church grow? Diligent Study – 2 Timothy 2:15 – Acts 2:46 – Acts 17:11 – Hebrews 5:12-14 – 2 Timothy 2:2 – 2 Peter 3:18

3. Can the church grow? Give Christ Preeminence – Matthew 6:33 – Colossians 1:18 – Colossians 3:1-2 – Acts 4:1-22 – Acts 5:33-42 – Galatians 6:7-8 – Acts 8:26-30

4. Can the church grow? Everyone does their part – Ephesians 4:14-16 – Hebrews 10:24-25 – 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 – Acts 2:42 – Revelation 3:1-3

5. Conclusion Can the church in Mary Esther grow? YES!!! Are you willing to do your share? Does Christ have first place in your life?