_*Exhortation Pills: Be Intentional About Growth*_ _✍️ By Rev. Stephen Dadedzi_ _🗓️ Day 169 (18/Jun/2025)_ > ‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭II Peter 3:18 NKJV But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen. Growth in any area of life—whether spiritual, emotional, mental, or even financial—does not just happen because we desire it. It takes intentionality, discipline, and consistency. A seed will not become a fruitful tree unless it is planted, watered, nurtured, and protected. In the same way, no believer matures in Christ by accident. There must be a purposeful pursuit of growth. *1. Growth requires planning and discipline:* No one stumbles into spiritual maturity. Just like physical training requires a workout plan, spiritual growth demands regular time in the Word, prayer, fellowship, and obedience to God (1 Timothy 4:7-8). *2. Growth involves stretching beyond comfort:* Intentional growth will challenge you to leave your comfort zone. God often uses trials, correction, and unfamiliar paths to build character and deeper faith (James 1:2-4). *3. Growth is measurable and evident:* When you are intentional, progress becomes noticeable. Your words, reactions, decisions, and habits begin to reflect maturity and Christlikeness (Galatians 5:22-23). _🙏 Prayer:_ Lord, help me to be deliberate in my pursuit of growth. Teach me to invest time, effort, and focus into becoming all You’ve destined me to be. May my life bear the fruits of grace, knowledge, and maturity. In Jesus’ name, Amen. _✝️ Are You Saved?_ Enjoy God's gift of eternal life by accepting Jesus Christ into your heart today. Believe that God raised Him from the dead and confess Him as your Lord and Savior (John 3:16, Romans 10:9-10). _👉 Connect and explore more:_ https://linktr.ee/stephendadedzi _☕ Want to show some love? Grab me a coffee :)_ buymeacoffee.com/stephendadedzi