It's Time To Grow Up!

Spiritual growth is an invitation to a deeper life with God, where believers are called to move beyond the basics of faith into a vibrant, maturing relationship with Jesus. Hebrews 5:11-6:3 serves as a wake-up call to followers who may have become "spiritually dull" or stagnant in their journey. This passage urges us to examine whether we're still spiritual infants, relying on others to feed us, or if we've taken the next step to feed ourselves and grow stronger in our faith.

The analogy of moving from milk to solid food serves as a powerful reminder that the life of faith requires responsibility. Just as physical growth demands a shift from baby food to real sustenance, spiritual maturity requires us to dig into Scripture ourselves, not merely depending on a weekly sermon or a favorite worship song. Spiritual maturity grows when we put into practice what we learn, allowing God's teachings to shape our daily lives.

Hebrews makes it clear: knowing about God isn’t enough. We must put that knowledge into action. This takes us from simply hearing about forgiveness, love, and patience to actually practicing them in challenging situations. Just as children mature through practice and repetition, so do we mature in faith through consistent action and trust in God's leading.

Spiritual growth also requires relying on God rather than solely on our own efforts. Growth happens in a partnership with God, as we cultivate time in His Word, lean on the Holy Spirit, and engage in community. Our role is to create the right conditions for growth, but it’s ultimately God who does the transformative work.

Are we ready to let God lead us deeper, even when it’s uncomfortable or challenges us to change? It’s not easy to move out of our comfort zones, but God’s promises encourage us to trust Him as we step into a more mature, impactful faith. By trusting in God’s strength and letting His Spirit guide us, we find a life full of purpose, growth, and spiritual fruit that impacts the world around us.

Are you willing to step forward in your faith journey? Spiritual growth isn’t an end goal but a lifelong journey with Christ. Let’s choose to be open, available, and ready to grow as He leads us into a richer, more fulfilling walk with Him.

- Adapted from sermons preached across our 3 campuses on 11/10/24.