Growing Up in Christ

BIBLE STUDY
DATE; 12TH MAY, 2024 SUNDAY

TOPIC: GROWING UP IN CHRIST
TEXT: John 15:1-17
MEMORY VERSE: Galatian 5:22
INTRODUCTION:
Our Christian life is like a tree which begins to sink deep roots while at the same time branching out and bearing fruit. As we begin to grow
and draw strength from our relationship with Christ, we also begin to see the fruit of that relationship begin to be expressed in our personal
lives and relationships with other people. This spiritual fruit is manifested in our character (Galatians 5:22-23). Just like mature trees can
produce fruit that has the potential seeds for the future, so our lives are designed to share the seeds of the Gospel and to help others grow in
Christ.
The Holy Spirit can empower you to live a Christ-directed life. As you continue to confess your sin and yield control to Christ, you will
experience a deepening fellowship with God enabling you to grow in Christian maturity
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO GROW IN CHRIST?

It means to increase in knowledge of Christ and love for Him.
Read Philippians 3:7-10. Why did Paul count all things as loss?
Read Matthew 22:37, 38. There are more than 600 commandments in the Old Testament. Why do you think Jesus singled this one out?
Just as it is a natural process for a child to grow in a loving relationship with a parent, so it is also natural for you to grow in your love
relationship with God.
HOW CAN YOU GROW IN CHRIST?
● Communication is vital to any relationship, including your relationship with Christ. Since communication must be a two-way street, you
need to let Him speak to you and you need to speak with Him.
1. God communicates with you through the Bible, revealing His character and His will.
1.1 Read: Daily read a passage, chapter or a section of the Bible. Repeated readings of a passage or book of the Bible will greatly increase
your understanding of the text.
1.2 Research: When you encounter something you do not understand, utilize a study Bible, commentary, or Bible dictionary for greater
understanding.
1.3 Reflect: Take time to prayerfully consider the implications of what you are studying in regards to your life.
1.4 Respond: Through the power of the Holy Spirit, rely upon God to help you apply what you are learning from His Word.
2. We communicate with through prayer, sharing your thoughts, our needs and our desire to do His will
Read Philippians 4:6,7
Pray about everything
Pray specifically—so you can see God answer specifically.
Pray honestly—share your needs and desires to do His will (1 John 5:14,15).
3. We communicate with (fellowship) by sharing life together with other believers.
Every person in the world who is trusting in Christ alone for their salvation from sin is part of the body of Christ, which is called the church.
The Bible also references a group of believers in one location which make up a local church. A healthy church is committed to worshiping
Christ, teaching His Word, proclaiming the Gospel, and lifting up believers.
Just as logs burn more brightly when placed together, so Christians need each other for warmth and encouragement. There are numerous "one
another" passages in the Bible that call believers to love, serve, encourage, forgive and pray for one another.
Read Acts 2:42; Hebrews 10:23-25; Ephesians 4:11-16.
Why is it important to spend time with other Christians? How important would this be in your own life now?
he Greek word for fellowship, koinania, means “sharing in Common.” We desperately need to share our Christian experience with
others who love God and walk with Him, and likewise allow them to share with us.
4. We communicate with relationship with Christ. (witnessing) by sharing our no

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Read Acts 4:12.
Conclusion Read 1 Corinthians 3:6, 7. God is the source of your growth. You cannot develop spiritual maturity just by “trying real hard.”
As you read the Bible, pray, tell people about Christ and spend time with other believers, God will be at work in you producing fruitfulness
and maturity

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BIBLE STUDY

DATE; 12TH MAY, 2024 SUNDAY

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO GROW IN CHRIST?

HOW CAN YOU GROW IN CHRIST?

3. We communicate with (fellowship) by sharing life together with other believers.

Read Acts 2:42; Hebrews 10:23-25; Ephesians 4:11-16.

4. We communicate with relationship with Christ. (witnessing) by sharing our no

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