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Spiritual Growth. This study is from The Executable Outlines Series, a collection of sermon outlines and Bible study lessons by Mark A. Copeland . Visit the EO web site (exeout.com) to browse and download the material for church or personal use.
- Introduction
- The Cost of Discipleship
- Basic Christian Disciplines
- The Importance of Good Works
- Biblical Decision Making
- Concluding Eternal Perspective
- Discussion Questions
There is a Chinese Proverb that says, “The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials” The Apostle Paul stated: “For I am sure of this very thing, that the one who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus (Phil 1:6).” Paul assures us as Christians that what God started in us he will finis...
We can start with the definition of a disciple. A disciple is a learner; a disciple of Jesus is one who learns and lives from the teachings of Jesus himself and those whom Jesus directly taught (the apostles). One discipleship ministry called the Navigators gives this definition: “A disciple continues in the Word, loves others, bears fruit, and put...
Dawson Trotman was the founder of the discipleship ministry called the Navigators. One illustration that he developed and this group has long used to explain the disciplines of Christian growth is called the Wheel Illustration. The Wheel Illustration At the center or hub of the wheel is Christ. He represents what is powering the wheel. For the whee...
Good works have sometimes been downplayed by Protestant evangelicals due to teachings that have tried to make them as the basis or condition of salvation. While this concern is valid, one should not downplay them in the context of the Christian life, rather they need to be emphasized. While we are not saved by good works we are saved for good works...
How do I make decisions in my Christian life? Josh McDowell has a helpful pattern for us to follow which can be referred to as the four Cs.5 The first C is 1) Consider the choice. What is right and wrong and who determines this? God is the one who determines what is right and wrong. The Old Testament prophet Micah states, “He [God] has told you, O ...
Lastly, Christians need to be able to see beyond the here and now to the reality of what lies ahead. We need to be able to live in view of the light at the end of the tunnel. If we have an eternal perspective, understand what God is doing with us and where we are heading, we will be in a good position to grow in the grace that God has given us bein...
In its historical context, why do you think Jesus used the concept of “taking up the cross” as a metaphor for discipleship (Matt 16:24)?Should we as Christians obey out of love only or is the concept of rewards a good motivation to serve God as well?What has worked for you and what has not worked in trying to have a quiet time?What has worked for you and what has not worked in trying to have a prayer life?People also ask
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Nov 15, 2015 · At the heart of spiritual growth is learning how God wants us to live so that as His children, we can please Him by living that way. In his prayer for these new Colossian believers, Paul shows what spiritual growth looks like:
When you are growing spiritually, it won’t be a secret. Active spiritual growth is usually visible, and there are several things that make it evident: A desire to spend time with God to learn more about Him (2 Peter 3:18). Desire to dig deeper into the truths of the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 1 Peter 2:2).
Shares. Spiritual growth is an intentional, lifelong practice to grow in your relationship with God. We can achieve this biblical spiritual growth by spending time with God through personal Bible study, reading and meditating on the Word of God, a consistent prayer life, allow the Holy Spirit to guide your life daily, and living a life of faith ...
Mar 2, 2023 · Here are 5 principles to understanding the process of spiritual growth: Growth is possible. Every believer has an opportunity and potential to experience spiritual growth. God wants to mature all believers. No one is left out of that plan. If someone is not growing spiritually, there is a reason.
Keys to Spiritual Growth: Bible Study. Keys to Spiritual Growth: Testing the Scriptures. Keys to Spiritual Growth: Prayer. Keys to Spiritual Growth: Abiding in Christ. I would like to share what I believe are the keys to spiritual growth. But first, let’s look at what maturity is outside of the church.
