The Continuing Process Of “Growing Up” (In Christ) Session 2 August 7, 2022

1 Corinthians 3: Ephesians 4:14, 15; 2 Peter 3:18

Review: Characteristics of immaturity “Babies World”

The Lord’s call to His children: Grow! (And never stop growing!)

How does Growth take place? Food, exercise (activity), rest Knowledge, character, life skills, disciplines, social skills ✶ “Jesus GREW in wisdom, stature, and in Favor with God and Man” (Luke 2:52)

2 Peter 3:18 The Energy for Growth is GRACE! The Lord’s Grace: the expression of Agape Love: holding believers in a place of His Favor; granting us Favor and His Ability, energy to walk through and work through all situations!

Saving Grace (Ephesians 2:8); Sustaining Grace (2 Corinthians 12:9); Financial Grace (2 Corinthians 9:8); Overcoming Grace (Hebrews 4:16)

✶ 2 Corinthians 6:1 – DO NOT RECEIVE GRACE OF GOD IN VAIN!