Golden Nugget: Two essential building blocks to growth on your new spiritual journey are the Bible and the Church.

Daily Message:

Every house needs a strong foundation. Without it, the whole structure is vulnerable. In the same way, your Christian life will be vulnerable to Satan’s attacks without an assured confidence of your new standing in Christ.

Jesus is the cornerstone of your faith. And as you grow in your understanding of the Bible and gather with other Christ-followers, your faith will be strengthened. The Bible (God’s words) and the Church (God’s people) are essential to every believer. 

Becoming part of a strong church will help you grow and mature in your relationship with God. Consistent growth in Christ takes place by being with other Christ-followers who also desire to learn and grow. And a knowledge of and reliance on the words of God will strengthen you in times of trial and temptation, just as it did for Jesus himself.

The Bible and the Church, together with your confidence in Christ’s finished “foundational” work on your behalf, will help you grow to be more like your Savior each day.

Consider This:

• How is your progress in these two foundational areas of your spiritual life?
• Which of these two areas—the Bible or the Church—needs the most focus from you now?

Take Action:

Make a plan! You have picked one of the two foundational areas on which to focus your attention. List three steps you will take in the next thirty days to help you move forward.