But grow [spiritually mature] in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory (honor, majesty, splendor), both now and to the day of eternity. Amen. 2 Peter 3:18 AMP
Prioritize spiritual growth because it is crucial for all aspects of your life. Every problem men face today stems from the spirit world so, when you understand how it functions, you have an advantage. You can take charge and control what goes on in the physical world. Even those in satan’s kingdom who understand how the spirit world works, control and inflict pain on the rest who are void of this understanding.
The Word of God informs us that babies are subject to hostile spirits. “So also, when we were underage, we were in slavery under the elemental spiritual forces of the world” (Galatians 4:3 NIV). These spiritual forces inflict pain and keep young Christians in bondage as long as they remain babies. However, when they grow up, they walk free from every affliction of the enemy. Spiritual growth is a function of the knowledge of the truth.
Maybe you are going through grave challenges right now and you are thinking that if you could get a certain amount of money, then your problems would be over. No, real solutions come only through growth. It is in your knowledge of the truth. “…But through knowledge shall the just be delivered.” (Proverbs 11:9 KJV). If you require deliverance, get in the Word, grow and walk free. Glory to Jesus Christ forever!
In John 8:32, Jesus said to the Jews, “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (NKJV). Walking free from spiritual enslavement is a result of knowledge gained through spiritual growth. It’s the knowledge you have acquired by yourself through the ministry of the Holy Spirit that makes you free, not the knowledge of your pastor, spiritual leader, or church. Take decisive action and grow.
Hallelujah!
CONFESSION
I understand that true victory begins in the spirit, and through the knowledge of God’s truth, I gain the advantage in every battle. I am no longer a spiritual child, subject to bondage or hostile forces. I grow daily in the Word, and as I grow, I walk in freedom. Through the knowledge of the truth, I am delivered. Hallelujah!
DEEPER REFLECTION
John 8:32 (AMPC), Galatians 4:3 (AMP)
Proverbs 11:9 (KJV)
BIBLE READING PLAN
1 YEAR: Numbers 30-31, John 6
2 YEAR: Exodus 24, Matthew 27:16-3
