Are you living a stronger, closer walk with the Lord’s Spirit than before? When we grow older, we don’t discuss the topic of spiritual growth as often. Many of us have been Christians for a long time, and we are comfortable with most of our choices. Some would say we become “set in our ways.”

Paul urged the Thessalonians to continue to please God “more and more.” There is never an “age” that we have grown in the Lord all we need to grow. There is always another passage to understand, another person to serve, and another chance to spend a day with God’s Holy Spirit, quietly aware of God’s glory.

The Holy Spirit within us is eternal and therefore ageless. His voice and guidance never grow weary and never grow silent. The vitality of our faith depends on our growth. Is our goal to know God more next year than we do right now? Is every day an opportunity to serve and store up our treasure in heaven?

Jesus spoke about the weeds that grew in Israel, describing their quick growth but their shallow roots. He encouraged his disciples not to be like that. Instead, we should look to the strength of the trees, deeply rooted by the waters and standing strong for many years. Our spiritual growth should be like those trees. The longer we remain rooted in the Lord, the stronger our spiritual lives become. 

Wisdom is pleasing God. Understanding that our spiritual lives were designed to continue eternally is wisdom. We are never fully grown until we step into our lives eternal. Is your spiritual growth pleasing to God? If so, continue to grow more and more. If your growth has slowed, you know what to do. The apostle Paul would urge you to please God and live wisely.