Growth- A growing or development; increase in size, weight, etc.

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Growth- A growing or development; increase in size, weight, etc.

GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN 2 Peter 3:18 “But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.”

But Today We Will: See The Directions In Which A Christian Should Grow See The Directions In Which A Christian Should Grow Examine Some Of The Measurements Of Growth Examine Some Of The Measurements Of Growth Look At Some Practical Suggestions For Growth Look At Some Practical Suggestions For Growth

DIRECTIONS OF Spiritual GROWTH Upward! Upward! Toward Christ (Ephesians 4:11-15) Toward Christ (Ephesians 4:11-15) Inward! Inward! Toward Self (2 Timothy 2:15) Toward Self (2 Timothy 2:15) Outward! Outward! Attitude And Relationships To Others! (1 Thess. 5:8-13; Rom. 12:10) Attitude And Relationships To Others! (1 Thess. 5:8-13; Rom. 12:10) Downward! Downward! Rooted And Grounded (Colossians 2:6-7; Eph. 3:17-18) Rooted And Grounded (Colossians 2:6-7; Eph. 3:17-18)

SOME MEASUREMENTS OF GROWTH  Knowledge Of God’s Word (Hebrews 5:11-14)  Self Discipline (1 Cor. 9:27)  The Power To Resist Temptation (James 4:7)  Christian Fruit (Mt. 12:33; Gal )  Interest (Colossians 3:1-2)  Attitudes Toward Others (Philippians 2:3-5) Time to Evaluate! How Do we measure up?

SOME PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR GROWTH Read And Study The Bible Every Day! 2 Tim 2:15; Acts 17:10-12 Read And Study The Bible Every Day! 2 Tim 2:15; Acts 17:10-12 Memorize A Bible Verse Every Week! Memorize A Bible Verse Every Week! Pray Every Day! 1 Thess. 5:17 Pray Every Day! 1 Thess. 5:17 Attend Worship Services And Bible Classes Regularly! Attend Worship Services And Bible Classes Regularly! Attend Gospel Meetings! Attend Gospel Meetings!

So, How is Your Spiritual Growth? Upon Hearing the Word Do you Believe? Have you repented of your sins? Have you confessed Jesus Christ as your Saviour? Have you been Immersed in baptism for the remission of your sins?