GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN

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GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN

• 2 Peter 318

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In This Lesson We Will

• See The Directions In Which A Christian Should
  Grow
• Examine Some Of The Measurements Of Growth
• Look At Some Practical Suggestions For Growth

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DIRECTIONS OF GROWTH

• Upward!
• Toward Christ (Ephesians 415 1 Peter 221-22)
• Inward!
• Apply To Self (2 Timothy 215)
• Outward!
• Attitude And Relationships To Others!
• Downward!
• Rooted And Grounded (Colossians 26-7)

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SOME MEASUREMENTS OF GROWTH

• Knowledge Of Gods Word (Hebrews 511-14)
• Attitudes Toward Others (Philippians 23-4)
• Self Discipline (Galatians 523)
• Interest (Colossians 31-2)
• The Power To Resist Temptation (James 47)
• Christian Character (Galatians 220)

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SOME PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR GROWTH

• Read And Study The Bible Every Day!
• Memorize A Bible Verse Every Week!
• Pray Every Day!
• Attend Worship Services And Bible Classes
  Regularly!
• Attend Gospel Meetings!
• Attend Special Classes!

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CONCLUSION

• In Order To Get To Heaven, We Must Grow And
  Mature As A Christian!
• Our Faith Must Increase!
• Wishing Will Not Get The Job Done!
• We Must Make A Diligent Effort And Fervently
  Pray In Order To Grow And Develop As A Christian!