Dictionary of Bible Themes: 8465 progress

8465 progress

Dictionary of Bible Themes

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The process of development and growth, of special importance in the life of believers. Scripture stresses the importance of progress, both of the individual believer and of the church, and the need to work towards that goal.

Progress in the Christian life should be expected

2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 4:15 See also Job 17:9; Psalm 84:5,7; Psalm 92:12; Proverbs 4:18; Romans 8:29-30

Believers are to strive for progress in their Christian lives

Philippians 2:12 See also Psalm 18:29; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Philippians 3:12-14; 1 Thessalonians 3:12; 2 Thessalonians 1:3; 1 Timothy 4:15; Hebrews 6:1; 1 Peter 2:2; 2 Peter 1:5-8; Peter 3:18

Progress in the Christian life brings assurance

Hebrews 3:14 See also Matthew 10:22 pp Mark 13:13; Matthew 24:13; Hebrews 6:9-11

The church is expected to progress

Matthew 16:18; Matthew 13:31-32 pp Mark 4:30-32 pp Luke 13:18-19 Ephesians 4:16 See also Acts 2:47; Acts 4:4; Acts 5:14; Acts 6:7; Acts 11:21