Growth-

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

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GROWING AS A CHRISTIAN
2 Peter 318 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.
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But Today 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 Spiritual GROWTH

• Upward!
• Toward Christ (Ephesians 411-15)
• Inward!
• Toward Self (2 Timothy 215)
• Outward!
• Attitude And Relationships To Others! (1 Thess.
  58-13 Rom. 1210)
• Downward!
• Rooted And Grounded (Colossians 26-7 Eph.
  317-18)

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SOME MEASUREMENTS OF GROWTH

• Knowledge Of Gods Word (Hebrews 511-14)
• Self Discipline (1 Cor. 927)
• The Power To Resist Temptation (James 47)
• Christian Fruit (Mt. 1233 Gal. 22-23)
• Interest (Colossians 31-2)
• Attitudes Toward Others (Philippians 23-5)

Time to Evaluate! How Do we measure up?
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SOME PRACTICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR GROWTH

• Read And Study The Bible Every Day! 2 Tim 215
  Acts 1710-12
• Memorize A Bible Verse Every Week!
• Pray Every Day! 1 Thess. 517
• Attend Worship Services And Bible Classes
  Regularly!
• Attend Gospel Meetings!

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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?