0925 Week 2 is found here: https://oscraps.com/community/threads/september-aj-challenge-week-2-commitment.42772/
"Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work." Ephesians 4:15, 16
Growing and maturing as a Christian is a continuous process that requires intentional effort and daily habits. Just like a seed, we need to nurture ourselves with the right nutrients to grow roots deep into our faith. We continue to grow in our faith through spiritual disciplines and active participation in our church community. By engaging in practices like prayer, Bible study, and service, we cultivate a deeper relationship with God and become more like Jesus. These practices are focused on an individual’s personal connection with God.
Personal spiritual disciplines:
- Study and meditation: Consistently engaging with the Bible allows Christians to hear God's message, under- stand His character, and gain wisdom for daily living. The Bible is like a sword that we use to fight against the devil.
"And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:" - Ephesians 6:17
"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success." - Joshua 1:8
"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness," - 2 Timothy 3:16.................