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You Were Created to Flourish | A Biblical Path to Spiritual Growth

What does it actually mean to grow as a Christian? In Part 1 of our new sermon series Growth: The Work of God, we begin at the very beginning — with seeds. Using Jesus’ Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, this message explores how spiritual growth s

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Published January 4, 2026 7:00 AM America/New_York Pastor Joe Wickman AUDIO
What does it actually mean to grow as a Christian?
In Part 1 of our new sermon series Growth: The Work of God, we begin at the very beginning — with seeds. Using Jesus’ Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, this message explores how spiritual growth starts, why it sometimes stalls, and what it takes to flourish in Christ no matter the season.
From the Garden of Eden to the cross of Christ, Scripture reveals that God is a God of planting, cultivating, and multiplying life. While salvation is a gift, growth is intentional — and the condition of the soil matters.
In this message, you’ll discover:
Why every follower of Jesus starts as a seed
What prevents spiritual growth from taking root
How Jesus restores access to abundant life
Why church, Scripture, and prayer are essential for growth
How your life was designed to bear fruit that blesses others
Whether you’re new to faith, returning to church, or have followed Jesus for decades, this message reminds us that there is always more — more life, more freedom, more flourishing in Christ
You Were Created to Flourish | A Biblical Path to Spiritual Growth

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