Growth is NOT optional

<p class="p1">We’ve been told that we should read God’s word everyday, but is that enough? Are there any additional actions that we should be taking?<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">4:00 - Take accountability of your life and actions.</p> <p class="p1">6:15 - 1 Peter 1: 21-24 shows us that through belief in God, our souls will be purified by remaining obedient to his truthful word.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">9:45 - The obstacles we faced to get here also help us to be prepared for what’s ahead. Take heed to the lessons learned. If we choose to, we can learn from the good and bad things present in our lives. Yearn for God and his word like a new born infant despite circumstances.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">15:40 - 1 Peter 1:8-9 tells us that we obtain the final outcome of our belief by faith. The enemy is out to steal, kill and destroy your faith. Stay connected to what brings faith and not destruction.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1"><strong>Five Steps For Growth</strong></p> <p class="p1">1.Born again<br /> 2.Put away old ways/habits.<br /> 3.Long for his word like an infant.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> <br /></span>4.Grow in his word & in your actions.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> <br /></span>5.Arrive!</p> <pre> </pre>