Plan To Grow

As we stand on the threshold of 2026, we're invited into something far deeper than New Year's resolutions—we're called to intentional transformation. This teaching challenges us to embrace the biblical principle that growth isn't optional for followers of Jesus; it's essential. Drawing from Proverbs and the powerful story of David passing the temple-building vision to Solomon in 1 Chronicles 28, we discover that our plans must align with God's will to truly succeed. The profound truth emerges that we ourselves are the temple—the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit—and God is in the business of restoration, repairing the rotted foundations and broken places in our lives. The message reminds us that we cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are. Growth requires commitment, not casual interest. It demands we seek God first, asking Him to reveal the areas needing transformation, whether in our roles as parents, spouses, workers, or community members. The practical steps are clear: pray, set specific goals, write them down, and most importantly, do them. Consistency in small things produces life-changing results in big things. This isn't about self-help; it's about allowing the Holy Spirit to stretch us, mold us, and make us more like Jesus through intentional disciplines of prayer and Scripture reading. When we focus on our own growth rather than fixing others, a ripple effect transforms every relationship and sphere of influence around us.