1. EDIFICATION REVELATION 1:5, 3:14

2. Things that promote spiritual growth Proper attitude toward earthly treasure Proper attitude toward earthly treasure –Eph. 5:5 –Luke 12:15 –Jer. 6:13 –Col. 3:1-2, 5 –Matt. 6:19-21 –1 Tim. 6:17-19 –Mark 12:41-44 –Acts 4:32-37

3. Things that promote spiritual growth Using the ability we have Using the ability we have –Matt. 25:14-30 –Prov. 21:25 –Prov. 24:30-31 –John 2:13-17 –Titus 2:13-14 –1 Pet. 4:10-11

4. Things that promote spiritual growth Being alert - watchful Being alert - watchful –Eph. 4:26-27 –1 Pet. 5:8-9 –Eph. 6:10-11, 16-17 –1 Tim. 4:1

5. Things that promote spiritual growth Fulfilling our priestly duties Fulfilling our priestly duties –Mark 4:18-19 –2 Tim. 4:1-4 –Rom. 8:5-8 –1 Pet. 2:5 –2 Tim. 2:19-21 –Col. 1:9-11

6. EDIFICATION CONCLUSION CONCLUSION –In order to grow we must assess our priorities. –Sometimes we must make adjustments in our lives in order for our faith to grow! –What are we truly laboring for in this life? –Is it to hear well done thou good and faithful servant?