Dave’s Monday Blast – August 17, 2015

Christ Followers are on a continual growth track that ascends higher and higher. Men of Intention know this is the goal. This side of heaven none of us ever “arrive”, but we each have a responsibility to press on to maturity in our faith and practice. Though many people think those who know a lot about the Word of God are spiritually mature ones, (Hebrews 5:14) adds the element of practice to the growth equation. This word in the original means a custom or habit. True Christian growth requires the discipline of godly habits carried out daily.

The most important practice to cultivate is personal development, you can’t neglect Him and expect to become mature. Transformation begins with time in His Word and prayer.

Obedience is another essential element for advancement. When our desire to obey the Lord is stronger than our attraction to sin … we will know we are making progress in our spiritual life. How are you doing in this area of self assessment my friends?

In terms of physical development, the goal is to become more independent and self-sufficient as we age. But in the spiritual realm, the opposite is true. Those who are mature in Christ recognize their own inadequacy and rely on the Holy Spirit within them. It’s His job to transform our character and empower us to accomplish everything the Lord calls us to do.

Getting older (and I certainly am!) doesn’t mean maturity in God’s eyes. By digging into Scripture and developing righteous habits, we can use our years to grow stronger in the Lord instead of wasting time with passivity. No one accidentally becomes mature in Christ. Spiritual growth requires INTENTIONAL and a diligent pursuit of God.