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TOPIC: Grow! (Open Heaven for Teens 25 September 2024)
MEMORISE: As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: 1 Peter 2:2
READ: Colossians 1:9-14
9 For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;
10 That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;
11 Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;
12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:
13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:
14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
MESSAGE:
When a baby is born, the whole neighbourhood celebrates. As the baby begins to feed on the mother’s breast milk or nourishing supplements, he or she grows, achieving milestones such as crawling, sitting, hopping, growing teeth, et cetera. However, eyebrows will be raised if a child doesn’t attain a measure of growth at certain ages. For example, if a child is not speaking at age four, his or her parents will begin to seek medical help.
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This is similar to the faith life of a new convert. The more the new convert studies and meditates on the word of God and applies it to his or her life, the better he or she will become in all areas. Luke 2:52 says: “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.”
If Jesus studied hard and prayed on mountains just to strengthen His relationship with God, His father, then you have no reason to leave your growth to chance. You must intentionally work on your growth so that you can bear fruits that are pleasing to the Lord.
REFLECTION
Are you growing in the Lord?
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Isaiah 45:11-48:11, Ephesians 4:1-16
HYMN 44: Deeper, Deeper In The Love Of Jesus
1 Deeper, Deeper In The Love Of Jesus
Daily Let Me Go;
Higher, Higher In The School Of Wisdom,
More Of Grace To Know.
Refrain:
Oh, Deeper Yet, I Pray,
And Higher Ev’ry Day,
And Wiser, Blessed, Lord,
In Thy Precious, Holy Word.
2 Deeper, Deeper! Blessed Holy Spirit,
Take Me Deeper Still,
Till My Life Is Wholly Lost In Jesus,
And His Perfect Will. [Refrain]
3 Deeper, Deeper! Tho’ It Cost Hard Trials,
Deeper Let Me Go!
Rooted In The Holy Love Of Jesus,
Let Me Fruitful Grow. [Refrain]
4 Deeper, Higher, Ev’ry Day In Jesus,
Till All Conflict Past,
Finds Me Conqu’ror, And In His Own Image
Perfected At Last. [Refrain]
Daily Devotional for Teen’s guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.
Chiokike Notice Board: Your journey to true peace and eternal victory begins with accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Without being born again, the fullness of God’s presence and blessings remain just out of reach. If you're ready to embrace this life-changing decision, please say the prayer below:
Prayer of Salvation:
Lord Jesus, I come before You today, acknowledging my need for Your grace. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Savior, believing in my heart that You died for my sins and rose again to give me eternal life. Thank You, Lord, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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