Elements of Spiritual Growth (Part Three) by Dr. Rod Mattoon

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The Lord says, "If any serve me, let him follow me." Let’s take a look at this. The word "follow" comes from the Greek word akoloutheo {ak-ol-oo-theh'-o}. It means "a companion, to go in the same direction, to follow after someone or something in a very determined purposeful manner.” The idea is not only that of following behind another, but that of accompanying the other person, taking the same road that he takes and having fellowship with him along the road." Following the Lord involves being a companion of Christ. He is our Lord, but He is our friend also. Let me ask, “Are you going the same direction as the Lord Jesus? Is He your companion or are you going your own way without His leading?” * 1 Peter 2:21- For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: * We Should Follow His Steps … * Like a slow gentle stream that flows through an emerald valley, Jesus was an example of patience so that we should follow His steps. * Like a diligent mosquito, that is bent on biting its victim, Jesus was an example of persistence in doing His Father's will so that we should follow His steps. * Like a fresh blanket of snow that adorns a mountain peak, Jesus was an example of purity so that we should follow His steps. * Like heavy fruit-laden boughs of majestic trees, Jesus was an example of productivity so that we should follow His steps. * His moments alone with God the Father in the quiet hours of cool, misty nights were an example of His prayerfulness, so that we should follow His steps. Following the steps of Christ can be filled with trials for the Christian. In this message, we also address seven principles on how our trials can produce spiritual maturity. This message was preached on Sunday morning, January 10, 2021 at Lincoln Land Baptist Church.

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• Spiritual Growth