My Life Verse - Garry Blackmon

Summary

In this sermon, Pastor Gary Blackman explores spiritual growth through the lens of his personal life verse from Colossians 1:9-10, emphasizing that true Christian maturity is not measured by external actions but by a continuous desire to understand and follow God's will. Drawing from a poignant personal story about his relationship with his mother, who is battling dementia, Blackman highlights the importance of seeking God's knowledge and understanding as the foundation of spiritual development. The key practical takeaway is that spiritual growth begins in the mind, requiring believers to consistently ask God how He wants them to grow and to pursue His revealed will through scripture, with the ultimate goal of living a life that pleases God in every way.