Growing Up

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the foundational role of Jesus Christ as the cornerstone in the believer's spiritual growth and the importance of being built upon the apostles and prophets, which are the Scriptures. It explains that growth in the Christian life occurs through the equipping of the saints by pastors and teachers, supported by evangelists spreading the gospel. The ultimate goal is unity and maturity in Christ, with the saints actively ministering to one another to build up the body of Christ. The message encourages believers to engage with Scripture and ministry actively to grow into a holy temple in the Lord.