Do you like to see things grow? I’m always amazed at how much my kids grow year by year. Probably you have an aunt or an uncle, or maybe even a grandparent who tells you that you are growing like a weed. We know they mean that in a sweet way, because although weeds are not desirable, they do know how to grow. Very quickly they just take over. That is the case on our property. Those weeds sure know how to grow. My goal is to actually grow some vegetables and flowers, so I have to do something about the weeds. That means some work, some sweat, some dirt on my clothes, on my hands and definitely on my shoes. Because my family appreciates “fresh from the garden” vegetables, it is worth the effort.
Growing up physically doesn’t actually take too much effort. As long as you’re putting food in your body, getting some exercise, drinking good pure water, you probably will grow pretty effortlessly. Growing spiritually takes some of those same things. We need good food spiritually (by reading the Word of God, going to church and hearing the Word, and by listening to uplifting music.) We need good exercise (the Bible tells us to exercise our faith, or build our faith muscles so we can do great exploits for God.) Good pure water is plentiful for us, because we have a well of salvation in us, and rivers of life flowing through us. So guess what? You have what it takes to grow up spiritually, and I know that you are good soil for the Word to be planted in, and that you are growing up strong in God! You are the determining factor in how much you grow, so be diligent, and grow up strong!