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  HOW TO GROW
  by Erlo Stegen
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Summary: Erlo Stegen emphasizes the importance of prayer, personal
devotion, fellowship, and evangelism for spiritual growth.

Topics: "Fellowship", "Spiritual Growth"
Scripture References: Psalm 119:11, Matthew 28:19-20, John 15:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Hebrews 10:24-25

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Erlo Stegen emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth for those who
have surrendered their lives to Jesus Christ. He outlines key practices
such as watching and praying to avoid sin, having regular intimate times
with God through prayer and Bible reading, and maintaining fellowship
with other believers. Stegen illustrates these points with a story of a
stagnant church that revived after addressing hidden sin and committing
to prayer. He stresses that spreading the Gospel is essential for
personal and communal growth in faith. Ultimately, he encourages
believers to actively engage in their spiritual lives to remain vibrant
and fruitful.

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For those of you who have surrendered your lives to Jesus Christ you
need to know how can one remain spiritually alive

WATCH AND PRAY. Don't allow sin in your life or give any room to the
devil. Example: A certain Malawian church suddenly became stagnant. In
response, the conregation met more regularly to pray for growth. The
numbers continued to dwindle until a member confessed to having stolen
money from a recently widowed family. When this was dealt with the
church promptly gained new life and members.

If you want your personal life with God (and your church) to grow then
remember to watch and pray.

HAVE REGULAR TIMES WITH GOD. Intimiate prayer and reading of the Bible
are very important for spriritual growth. The Bible is your food - eat
it daily as often as you can.

HAVE FELLOWSHIP WITH THOSE WHO ARE SURRENDERED TO THE LORD. A red hot
coal loses its fire if it is isolated.

SPREAD THE GOSPEL. Witness to others about Jesus Christ. The gospel is
vital for any progress or civilization to occur. Spread the Good News

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/erlo-stegen/how-to-grow/
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