God expects us to grow to spiritual maturity. In love God has rescued you by His grace. This can never be forgotten. Ephesians 1:3-10
How do we mature?
- Recognize who we are
- “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10
- Commit to the process (determine to grow).
- Learn the habits of growing disciples.
- Connect to God’s family (the local church) and the people who are its’ members.
- Grow in relationship to God.
- Seek to mature and go help others do the same.
Ephesians 4:11-16, Hebrews 6:1
God has a plan to redeem His creation. You were chosen!
God desires us to go for Him, but we must prepare. Sunday morning is not enough! “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Matthew 4:19
Disciple:
- Follows Christ.
- Is changed by Christ.
- Commits to Christ’s mission.
Transition to Discipleship
Spiritually dead – Dead in sin and transgressions. Give your life to Christ.
Spiritual Infant – Craving spiritual sustenance so they can grow. Sharing the gospel.
Spiritual Child – Continuing to grow in their relationship with God. Connect to life of believers.
Spiritual Young Adult – Re-orienting their lives around God’s word. Training for ministry.
Spiritual Parent – Grown and matured spiritually. Disciple maker.
Take Away:
Recognize just how blessed you are if you received God’s salvation.
Intentionally engage the process that leads to spiritual maturity.
Commit to going back into culture to live out God’s purpose for all disciples.
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