Then
we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown
here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of
people in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love,
we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head,
that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every
supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its
work. Ephesians 4:14-16
My journey of faith started right here doing devotions over
ten years ago. I have grown so much in the decade that has passed
since, and yet, I feel like I am still a work in progress. My growth
moves me to be better and closer each day to the God who showed me grace and to
the people who despite my flaws have shown me love that only God
supersedes. I write devotions with the hope of helping others find
purpose for what God has in store for them for each day that we focus on Christ
is a step of growth in the right direction.
Spiritual growth is a continual process that is aided by
knowledge in His word and use of one’s gifts. One area that I have grown
immensely in is sharing my faith. With greater knowledge in the
truth of His word and understanding the gifts God has given me, I have realized
that I am far better at discussing faith with someone I have first gotten to
know. If I try a different approach, it does not come across as
authentic or worded differently, with Godly intent. We all grow in
different ways. Some as my pastor said the other day are best diving
in to learn how to swim. Others learn best from someone
knowledgeable or applying life experiences. Our goal is to be
knowledgeable in what God expects from us so that we operate continually with
‘Godly intent.’
Growth is not meant to be easy for as Jesus said, “But small
is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.”
(Matthew 7:14) In trying to grow, we will fall sometimes, but the
greatest growth often comes from our failures. One of the last
things my father told me was, “Keep your hands on the plow.” It
meant keep working at it. Don’t give up. Keep
pushing. This is how we both grow and become the mature body of
Christ. How can you grow your spiritual gifts? What
greater knowledge can you obtain to further your spiritual
growth? My prayer is that we realize that we are continually a work
in progress. Amen.
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