4 Essentials to Spiritual Growth

Ready, Step, Grow

by Mary Fairchild
 

Are you a brand new follower of Christ, wondering where
to get started on your journey? Here are 4 essential steps to move you
forward toward spiritual growth. Though simple, they are vital to building your relationship with the Lord.

Step 1 – Read your Bible daily.

Find
a Bible reading plan that’s right for you. A plan will keep you from
missing anything God has written in His Word. Also, if you follow the
plan, you’ll be on your way to reading through the Bible once every year! The easiest way to truly “grow up” in the faith is to make Bible reading a priority.

• Find a Bible Reading Plan
• Tips for Reading the Bible in a Year
• How to Study the Bible
• Top 10 Bibles

Step 2 – Meet together with other believers regularly.

The
reason we attend church or gather with other believers regularly
(Hebrews 10:25) is for teaching, fellowship, worship, communion, prayer
and to build one another up in the faith (Acts 2:42-47). Participating
in the body of Christ is fundamental to spiritual growth. If you’re
having trouble finding a church, check out these resources on how to
find a church that’s right for you.

• Find a Church
• Typical Church Service (Walk Through)
• What Does the Bible Say About Church Attendance?

Step 3 – Get involved in a ministry group. 

Most
churches offer small groups and many ministry opportunities. Pray and
ask God where you should “plug in.” It’s the people who really “get
plugged in” that find their purpose and soar in their walk with Christ.

Sometimes this takes a little time, but
most churches offer classes or counseling to help you find the place
that’s right for you. Don’t get discouraged if the first thing you try
doesn’t seem to fit.

• Christian Faith in Action

Step 4 – Pray daily. 

Prayer is simply talking to God. You don’t have to use big fancy words. There are no right and wrong words.
Just be yourself. Give thanks to the Lord daily for your salvation. Pray
for others in need. Pray for direction. Pray for the Lord to fill you
daily with His Holy Spirit. There is no limit to prayer. You can pray
with your eyes closed or open, while sitting or standing, kneeling or
lying on your bed, anywhere, anytime. So begin to make prayer a part of
your daily routine.

• Basics to Prayer
• Prayers for Specific Needs
• Prayers and Verses

Additional Spiritual Growth Tips:

• Follow the Lord in Believer’s Baptism
• Avoid Backsliding
• Create a Devotional Plan

source: 4 Essentials to Spiritual Growth