Growing in Faith: Your 7-Day Personal Growth Journey

take the next 7 days to explore your personal relationship with god – drawing closer to him…

Day 1: Growing in faith, Salvation

• Read Ephesians 2:8-9 and Romans 10:9-10.
• Discussion:
  1. What do these verses teach you about the role of faith and grace in salvation?
  2. How does salvation impact your identity and purpose as believers?
  3. Have you ever struggled with fully accepting God’s grace? How did you overcome that struggle?
• Reflection: Take a moment to reflect on your own salvation experience and thank God for His grace.

Day 2: growing in faith, Prayer

• Read Philippians 4:6-7 and 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.
• Discussion:
  1. Why is prayer important in the life of a believer? Share about a time when prayer made a difference in your life.
  2. How can you cultivate a consistent prayer life amidst busyness and distractions?
  3. What are some hindrances to effective prayer, and how can you overcome them?
• Reflection: Spend time in prayer, presenting your requests to God and expressing gratitude for His faithfulness.

Day 3: Reading the Bible

• Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and Psalm 119:105.
• Discussion:
  1. Why is the Bible referred to as the “Word of God”? How has Scripture impacted your understanding of God and His will?
  2. Share about a passage of Scripture that has been particularly meaningful or challenging for you.
  3. How can you develop a habit of daily Bible reading and study?
• Reflection: Choose a passage to read daily and meditate on throughout the week. Share insights or questions that arise from your reading.

Day 4: growing in faith, Trusting God

• Read Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 41:10.
• Discussion:
  1. What does it mean to trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding?
  2. How do fear and anxiety hinder your ability to trust God? How can you overcome them?
  3. Share about a time when you experienced God’s faithfulness in a situation where you had to trust Him completely.
• Reflection: Reflect on a situation where you struggled to trust God. How can you surrender control and trust His plan?

Day 5: Living Out yOur Faith

• Read James 1:22-25 and Matthew 5:16.
• Discussion:
  1. How can you bridge the gap between knowing God’s Word and living it out in your daily life?
  2. What are some practical ways you can be salt and light in the world, as Jesus described?
  3. Share about a time when your actions aligned with your faith and made a positive impact on others.
• Reflection: Identify one practical step to live out your faith today and share how you plan to put it into practice.

Day 6: Seeking God’s Will

• Read Romans 12:2 and Proverbs 3:6.
• Discussion:
  1. How can you discern God’s will for your life amidst the noise and distractions of the world?
  2. Share about a time when you sought God’s guidance and how He directed your path.
  3. What are some obstacles or misconceptions that hinder you from seeking God’s will wholeheartedly?
• Reflection: Spend time in prayer, seeking God’s will for a specific area of your life. Listen for His voice and trust His direction.

Day 7: growing in faith, Growing in Grace

• Read 2 Peter 3:18 and Hebrews 4:16.
• Discussion:
  1. How does God’s grace empower you to grow and overcome challenges in your faith journey?
  2. Share about a time when you experienced God’s grace in a difficult circumstance.
  3. How can you extend grace to others in your life, even when it’s challenging?
• Reflection: Reflect on how God’s grace has been evident in your life. How can you extend grace to others in the same way?

As you conclude this 7-day study, what is your biggest takeaway? Reflect on the insights gained and commit to applying them in your daily life. Remember that faith is a journey, and each step brings you closer to God. May this simple study deepen your faith and draw you nearer to Him.

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