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SPIRITUAL MATURITY (5 OF 18)

by Chris Brown

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25, 1 Peter 2:3
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Spiritual Maturity (5 of 18)
Series: 1 Peter - Surviving The Storm
Chris Brown
1 Peter 1:22-2:3

The difference should be seen in our:

Love
Speech
Attitude
Desires

Two myths about spiritual growth:

Spiritual growth just happens over time.
Spiritual growth is measured by how much we know.

Two truths about spiritual growth:

It is a result of our daily decisions.
It is measured more by our actions than beliefs.

Simply put:

A growing Christian is daily committed to:
putting Christ first.
putting others first.

TAKING IT HOME
Looking back at the four areas people should see a difference in (Love, Speech, Attitude and Desires), which one has challenged you the most?

Growth Group Homework

QUICK REVIEW: Looking back at your notes from this week's teaching, was there anything that particularly caught your attention, challenged or
confused you?

MY STORY
1. This weekend Chris dispelled two myths about spiritual growth and maturity. Can you think of any ways your understanding of spiritual growth and maturity has changed over time? If so, explain.

2. Just as physical growth varies for all of us, the same is true for our spiritual growth. Which of the following words could be used to describe your spiritual growth journey?

Growing, Hasn't started yet
Falling, Starting over
Refreshed, Going backwards
Just Beginning, Confus ...

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