In this second message of our series around our mission statement—We exist so every man, woman and child can KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, and GO as the body of Christ—we look at Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14–19. Spiritual growth is more than outward effort; it begins with God’s power at work in us. As Christ makes His home in our hearts, we are rooted in love, strengthened in community, and led toward the fullness of God. This passage shows us what it truly means to grow in Christ.

Invited and Wanted

GROW

Ephesians 3:14-19

1. Growth begins with God's power.

v14, "When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father,"

We grow in God's Word.

2. Growth means Christ makes His home in us.

v17, "Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him..."

We grow together.

3. Growth is rooted in love and community.

v17, "...Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong."

We grow deeper.

4. Growth leads to fullness.

v19, "May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God."

Growth stretches us.