Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow
Overview
People need to maintain a diet of nutritious foods if their bodies are to grow and thrive. But what do the people of God need in order to grow and thrive in the Christian faith? In Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow, noted theologian and pastor R.C. Sproul identifies five of the crucial “nutrients” that promote spiritual growth: Bible study, prayer, worship, service, and stewardship. With biblical insight and practical wisdom, Dr. Sproul teaches Christians how to maintain a balanced “diet” that will lead to growth and mature Christian living. This book is an important resource for new believers to learn these spiritual disciplines and become grounded in the Christian faith in a way that anyone can understand.
For more from Dr. Sproul, check out the Crossway R.C. Sproul Collection (6 vols.).
- Spiritual disciplines for every believer
- Questions and answers on issues related to the grace and growth in Christian life
- Practical suggestions and guidelines
Top Highlights
“We should pray because prayer is a duty of every Christian; because prayer is a privilege; and because prayer is a powerful means of grace.” (Page 35)
“Being a Christian is not an acquired skill or discipline like diving or ice skating. It is a living, vital relationship with the God of the universe, a relationship that begins when a person becomes a new creation in Him and receives Jesus as Lord by faith. But like Olympic athletes, Christians are called upon to train, to make sacrifices, and to embrace certain disciplines in order to give God ‘our utmost for His highest.’” (Page 2)
“Deception through distortion of the truth of God is a major problem that confronts every generation and every Christian community.” (Page 17)
“Though sin often brings immediate pleasure, it gives no lasting joy. If we understand the difference, we can avoid the pitfalls that entice the believer.” (Page 12)
“Just as the Word of God is used in conversion, so it is a critical instrument in our spiritual growth. By immersing ourselves in the Word of God, we begin to gain the mind of Christ and learn what discipleship is.” (Page 16)
- Title: 5 Things Every Christian Needs to Grow
- Author: R. C. Sproul
- Publisher: Reformation Trust
- Print Publication Date: 2008
- Logos Release Date: 2012
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Christian life › Reformed authors
- ISBNs: 9781567691030, 156769103X
- Resource ID: LLS:5THNGSGROW
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-28T20:37:47Z
R. C. Sproul (1939– 2017) was a respected teacher, theologian, pastor. He was the founder and chairman of Ligonier Ministries where he served as executive editor of Tabletalk magazine.
Sproul held degrees from Westminster College, Pittsburgh-Xenia Theological Seminary, Free University of Amsterdam, and Whitefield Theological Seminary. He taught at several colleges and seminaries including Reformed Theological Seminary and Knox Theological Seminary. He served as senior minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew’s Chapel, in Sanford, Florida. Sproul’s teaching can be heard daily on the ‘Renewing Your Mind’ radio broadcast which plays in over 40 countries.
Sproul wrote over 70 books and articles including the classic The Holiness of God and several theological articles in Tabletalk magazine.
Reviews
2 ratings
J R Esparza
12/22/2018
Richard Summitt
1/17/2015
Mike Allbutt
10/6/2013
This is a great easy to read and apply book. It encouraged me to reform aspects of my Christian life and help others get started. It has many quotes worth remembering and highlighting.
