• We grow by learning God’s word.

  • I Peter 2:2 - We are to desire God’s word.

  • Hosea 4:6 - The Israelites were destroyed because of lack of knowledge.

  • We have many methods available to help us learn God’s word: sermons, Bible studies, teachings from more knowledgeable Christians, and our own study.

  • II Peter 1:13 - It is helpful to be reminded of things we’ve learned before so that we do not forget God’s word.

  • We grow by putting God’s word into practice.

  • Hebrews 5:12-14 - We must study and practice so we will be ready for the solid food of God’s word.

  • I Timothy 3:4-5 - An elder must show his spiritual maturity by managing his own house well.