Growing in our relationship with Jesus is a little like combining skydiving with running a marathon.
In the first activity, you depend completely upon a functioning cloth canopy as you fall. That sensation of hurtling earthwards is similar to how we move spiritually as we find faith in the finished work and forgiveness of Christ. We can enjoy the thrilling view in our spiritual journey as we trust in Him and His sovereign methods for maturing us.
In the second exercise, just as we must train hard for the long race. In the same way, we must also learn discipline and perseverance in our lifetime of daily walks with the Lord.
We are saved by grace but grow through loving, daily obedience.
Below are some excellent sources for deepening your faith. Combined with intimate prayer and a steady diet of God’s Word, these links will open up a whole new world.
Blessings!