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How to Grow as a Christian, Pt 1 | Why Spiritual Growth Is Not Optional (Prayer & Maturity)

Spiritual growth is not optional for believers—it is a calling. In this first lesson of How to Grow as Christians, Pastor Rob Harris explains why prayer, maturity, and abiding in Christ are essential for every follower of Jesus. In this foundational lesson, Pastor Rob Harris teaches why spiritual growth is essential for every believer—new Christians, ministry leaders, and seasoned followers of Christ alike. Drawing from Philippians 3, 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 6, and John 15, this message explains that growth is not about perfection, but about continual maturity through Christ. You will learn: Why spiritual growth is not optional How prayer sustains, protects, and matures believers What it means to “abide in Christ” How growth strengthens discernment and guards against false teaching Why repentance and humility are part of true maturity This lesson begins the Inner Growth portion of the series, focusing on prayer as the lifeline of the believer and the foundation of all spiritual growth. Chapters 00:00 Welcome & Ministry Impact 04:17 Introduction: How to Grow as Christians 05:50 Key Scriptures on Spiritual Growth 10:50 Moving Beyond the Basics (Hebrews 6) 13:20 Abiding in Christ (John 15) 19:24 Prayer as the Foundation of Growth 36:23 Prayer Reveals the Heart and Produces Repentance 46:36 Summary, Reflections & Closing Prayer 📖 All training materials are provided free of charge. 🌍 Watch, study, and grow with us online. Spirit of the Life Virtual Church Reaching the unreachable—everywhere, at all times.