About this episode
The episode discusses the importance of spiritual maturity and the choices involved in growing as a Christian.
When we’re “born again” as Christ followers, we’re babies, and “growing up” is a choice. But emotions, pride, and an endless buffet of online voices can keep new believers spiritually stuck. In this episode, Jackie and Preston discuss how spiritual maturity isn’t automatic, nor is it a checklist. We become mature by pursuing humility, having discernment about false doctrine, and establishing deep roots in a local church community. Ultimately, we have to know our Bible more than anything and come to terms with our complete dependence on God. Tim Keller’s sermon, “Principles of Christian Growth” Part 1 – https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/principles-of-christian-growth-part-1/ Part 2 – https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/principles-of-christian-growth/ Scripture References Ephesians 4:11-15 1 Corinthians 3:1-4 Psalm 139:23-24 John 15:1-2 This Episode is Sponsored By: https://weekendtoremember.com — Register now with code PERRY to save $100 on any getaway! https://gominno.com/ — Sign up online with code PERRY to get your first month FREE! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: Jackie, Preston
Topics covered
- spiritual maturity
- Christian growth
- humility
- discernment
- local church community
- dependence on God
Keywords
- spiritual growth
- Christianity
- Bible
- humility
- false doctrine
- local church
- dependence on God
Sponsors
Weekend to Remember, Gominno
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Principles of Christian Growth
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