What does it mean to grow in faith?
"Dear friends, here is one thing you must not forget. With the Lord a day is like a thousand years. And a thousand years are like a day" (2 Peter 3:8).
"God has breathed life into all Scripture. It is useful for teaching us what is true. It is useful for correcting our mistakes. It is useful for making our lives whole again. It is useful for training us to do what is right. By using Scripture, the servant of God can be completely prepared to do every good thing" (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
"Like newborn babies, you should long for the pure milk of God’s word. It will help you grow up as believers. You can do this now that you have tasted how good the Lord is" (1 Peter 2:2-3).
To grow in faith means to learn more about God and grow closer to Him. This knowledge will change the way you live.The Bible tells us it is important for us to grow in faith (2 Peter 3:18). We cannot grow in faith apart from God. Reading the Bible, praying to God, and going to church will help you grow in faith.
The Bible is the best way to learn more about God. This is because the Bible contains God’s message to you. He wants you to read it and learn more about Him. To grow in faith will take time. Don’t be discouraged. Be patient as you pray, read the Bible, and obey God’s teachings. As you start to learn more about God, your faith will grow.
In addition to the Bible, you can grow in faith by praying to God (talking with Him). You can ask God to help you grow in your faith. You can also grow in your faith by going to church with your family and learning from those teaching you. If you stay dedicated to learning about God, you will grow in your faith.
