Greenville Oaks Church of Christ
Growth requires curiosity, putting yourself in a place to learn, and owning your true identity.
Lamentations 3:22-23 NIV
When do we tell Jesus he's the Messiah?
Luke 2:39-42 NIV
Sometimes the very place that played a role in my growth can become a place that prevents my ongoing growth.
Luke 2:43-51 NIV
Luke 2:48-49 NIV
Luke 2:52 NIV
Tension of Luke 2:52:
"Jesus is God"
"God is omniscient (all-knowing)."
"Jesus grew in wisdom."
How does an all-knowing God grow in wisdom?
Philippians 2:7-8 NIV
Principles for Growth:
1) Jesus grows because he participates in regular spiritual disciplines.
Luke 2:41-42 NIV
Principles for Growth:
2) Jesus grows because he chooses to be a curious learner.
Luke 2:46 NIV
Principles for Growth:
3) Jesus grows because he is coming to know his true identity.