From Pastor Tom - Spiritual Growth

Does Spiritual Growth Just Happen?

Most people think that spiritual growth just happens.  This is not true.  Our spiritual development is much like our physical development.  If you don’t take care of it – it will not be healthy.  You’ve got to have a plan of exercise, proper nutrition and education if you are going to be healthy, strong and mature.

The Bible says, “You must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”  2 Peter 3:18 (NLT)

Here are three facts about spiritual growth:

1.  Spiritual Growth Must Be Intentional

The truth is that spiritual growth requires a commitment.  A person must want to grow, decide to grow, and make an effort to grow.  Spiritual growth begins with a decision.

When you make a decision to grow spiritually – God begins to work in your life.  In Philippians 2:12-13, Paul is speaking about spiritual growth and he says, “Work hard to show the results of your salvation . . . for God is working in you.”  Notice that both you and God are involved on your spiritual growth.

2.  Spiritual Growth Requires Commitment

We become what we are committed to.  Without a commitment to grow – any growth that occurs will be circumstantial rather than intentional.  Paul writes about committing to spiritual growth when he says, “…give yourself completely to God…use your whole body as an instrument to do what is right for the glory of God.”  Romans 6:13 (NLT) Commitment is a major step of spiritual growth.

3.  Spiritual Growth Is Not a Private Matter

Some people believe that spiritual growth is a personal and private matter.  This is not what the Bible teaches.  What the Bible teaches is spiritual growth is not self-centered and self-focused.  Spiritual growth is servant focused.  We don’t grow in isolation from others.  We develop in context of fellowship.  Throughout the New Testament we find this basic truth:  Believers need relationships with other believers to grow!  Hebrews 10:24-25 says, “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.  And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another…”  Spiritual growth takes place in the context of community.

Join us in January as we begin a new sermon series entitled "Living Life Wisely".  This will be a walk through the book of James.

May God Bless

Pastor Tom

SonWest Roundup VBS

We're getting really excited about Vacation Bible School here at Auburn Presbyterian Church.  It's just a few weeks away and we're all anxious for your children to join us for a rip-roaring good time with Jesus!  At SonWest Roundup your kids will find ultimate truth in Jesus!  Children will have a great time singing songs, watching skits, creating crafts and playing games.  But most important, they’ll discover Jesus provides what they truly need in every challenge of life.   We’re looking forward to sharing this exciting event with the children and families in Auburn.  We hope they will all join us at SonWest Roundup.   

SonWest Roundup will be held June 3 through 7 each day from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. 

The Roundup is for all children ages 4 through 6th grade (grade just completed).  ​

There will be a closing program on Friday, June 7 at 11:30 a.m. so you can come see and hear all the fun songs your children will learn while they're at SonWest Roundup.  The program will be followed by our traditional VBS picnic.   

Register now on our Vacation Bible School page and plan on have a Rip-Roaring Good Time with Jesus at the SonWest Roundup here at Auburn Presbyterian Church. ​

Auburn Farmers Market

The Auburn Farmers Market will be held in our church parking lot again this year.  It will be every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  The fee is $10.00 per year for anyone who would like to reserve a spot.  All items sold MUST be made or grown by the vendor.  Absolutely NO resale items will be allowed.  You may reserve a spot at any point during the summer.  If you have any questions about selling items call Laura Alexander at 785-806-5933.

For those of you who would like to purchase homemade items or fresh produce just visit the market each Tuesday to see what is available.  See you at the market!