Cultivating Growth

This message explores references in the Bible where people are likened to plants to better understand personal and communal growth in Christ.

Discussion Guide:

Ice Breaker: Begin by introducing yourself and sharing the highs and lows of your week.

Q1: Reflect on today's message. What resonated with you the most, and why?

Q2: What season are you currently experiencing in your spiritual life? (Planting seeds, new growth, taking root, or bearing fruit.)

Q3: What season are you currently experiencing in your ministry? (Preparing soil, planting seeds, new growth, taking root, or bearing fruit.)

Q4: How can the metaphor of evangelism to sowing seeds help you explain evangelism to others?

Q5: Are you ever so focused on seeing the fruits of your labor that you overlook other important seasons of growth? How might God have designed you to look at things differently?

Q6: In what new ways are you growing spiritually right now?

Q7: How are people around you experiencing new growth? How can you support them?

Q8: What does it feel like to be deeply rooted in Christ? How can you continue cultivating your relationship with Him to strengthen that foundation?

Application: Write down 1 specific way you can cultivate your own spiritual growth this month, then prioritize that every day. Write down 1 more way you can cultivate spiritual growth in your ministry or community this month, then follow through with that as well.