Different spiritual realities are measured by different standards. Whether this occurs because people are coming to Christ or people are developing in Christ, congregation growth is occurring. We want to grow in every aspect of our existence as Christ's body. Consider some personal observations. Growth commonly creates discomfort.
Comfort commonly inhibits growth.
People will want us to teach them when they see the value of our faith in our personal lives, our marriages, our behavior, and our character. Our spirituality must be as centered in our daily lives as it is in our assemblies and programs. People will trust us to show them how to build a relationship with God when it is obvious to them that God teaches us how to build relationships with each other.