Introduction

  • Acts 9:31

We grow deeper

  • Acts 9:31
  • Acts 9:1-4, 25 – They went everywhere preaching the word!
  • Ephesians 1:15-21
  • Ephesians 3:14-21 – The strength here is for comprehending God’s word.
  • Ephesians 4:11-13
  • Philippians 1:9-11
  • What kind of depth is there in your faith?
  • This will take:
    • Thought
      • How do I apply what I read?
    • Willingness to serve
  • Acts 9:31
  • Romans 12:18; 14:14-19
    • We must pursue peace wherever we can.
    • Ephesians 4:2-3

We grow wider

  • People are drawn to real spiritual growth.
  • Acts 2:42-47 – People notice when others treat each other well.
  • Acts 5:11-16 – The people held them in high esteem!
  • Acts 6:1-7