Daily Devotions

Growing in Grace

2 Peter 3:18

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.

Reflection

This verse is a call to ongoing spiritual growth. Peter urges believers to deepen their understanding of Jesus Christ and to live more fully in his grace. Growth in the Christian life is not about reaching perfection, but about continuous learning, maturing, and drawing closer to God.

At the time of writing, Peter was countering false teachers who promoted careless living and denied the reality of judgment. In contrast, he insists that true growth produces holiness, faithfulness, and readiness to meet the Lord.

To grow in grace means becoming more like Jesus—in character, actions, and attitudes. It is the gradual development of love, compassion, humility, and patience. As we grow, we come to a fuller appreciation of God’s unearned favour and the richness of his love and mercy. This growth draws us into a deeper, more intimate relationship with him.

Illustration

A group of tourists once visited a picturesque village. Passing an old man sitting by a fence, one of them asked, rather condescendingly, “Were any great men born in this village?”

The old man quietly replied, “Nope, only babies.”

Every believer begins the Christian life as a spiritual baby. Whether newly converted at six or sixty, we all start the same way—with much to learn and room to grow. But a Christian who remains a spiritual infant for forty years is a tragedy. God intends for us to mature, to take in the nourishment of his Word, and to grow strong enough to bless and influence others. Until we learn to feed on the deeper truths of Scripture ourselves, our growth will remain stunted.

Prayer

Lord, help me to grow in your grace and knowledge. Deepen my understanding of you and your ways. Shape my life so that it reflects your grace and is marked by an ever-growing knowledge of who you are. May my words, actions, and attitudes bring glory to you—both now and forevermore.

Amen.