Growing Like Jesus
Scripture Text: Luke 2:39-52
Date: January 4, 2026
AI-Generated Summary: We often think success happens overnight, but Jesus himself grew gradually over thirty years. Luke shows us that Jesus increased in four key areas: physical strength, wisdom, spiritual favor with God, and relationships with people. These same areas matter for our growth today—we need to care for our bodies, stretch our minds, deepen our walk with God through church and Scripture, and invest in meaningful relationships. Growth doesn’t happen by our own effort alone; God produces it in us as we position ourselves to receive it and prioritize what’s truly necessary.