Growing in God

During this course we will explore four keys to spiritual growth. Firstly, you must have assurance of salvation. You must understand the plan of salvation and be sure that you have met God’s conditions for salvation. Knowing that you are in right relationship with God is essential for spiritual growth.

Secondly, you must develop your personal relationship with God through prayer and Bible reading. The Word of God is the source of your spiritual food. Unless you are feeding on God’s Word on a regular basis, your spiritual muscles will never grow strong. Prayer provides the channel for the power of God to flow into our lives. In prayer we receive revelation, forgiveness, and power to live triumphant lives.

Finally, you must get involved in Christian activities. There are four major activities that every believer should participate in: fellowship, witnessing, giving, and service. Fellowship provides us with spiritual and emotional support, giving helps us prioritise Christ as Lord, and witnessing and serving provide our faith with a sense of purpose that motivates us to press in to God.

Spiritual growth is the result of walking in the Spirit. Walking in the Spirit has a two-beat rhythm of revelation and response—God reveals and we respond. As we are obedient in each of the above areas, we grow closer to God and more effective in our knowledge of him.