A Bible study and devotional reflection on the theme “Growing in Grace and Knowledge”, based on 2 Peter 3:18. This verse is a powerful reminder that spiritual growth is not a one-time event — it’s a lifelong journey of deepening in both experience and understanding of Jesus Christ.
📖 Bible Study: Growing in Grace and Knowledge
📌 Key Verse:
2 Peter 3:18 (NIV)
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.”
🌱 1. What Does It Mean to Grow in Grace?
Grace is not just the unmerited favor that saves us — it’s also the power that sustains us.
To grow in grace means:
- Becoming more aware of your dependence on God’s mercy
- Living with increasing humility, patience, and love
- Allowing God’s grace to shape your character and choices daily
Titus 2:11–12 – “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation… teaching us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness…”
Grace is a teacher, not just a gift.
📘 2. What Does It Mean to Grow in Knowledge?
Knowledge here refers to both:
- Biblical truth (doctrine, understanding God’s Word)
- Personal relationship (knowing Christ intimately)
Philippians 3:8 – “I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord…”
Growing in knowledge means:
- Spending time in Scripture
- Seeking to understand God’s heart
- Applying truth to everyday life
🔁 3. Why Do We Need Both Grace and Knowledge?
Grace without knowledge can lead to:
- Shallow faith
- License without transformation
Knowledge without grace can lead to:
- Pride
- Legalism
But together, they produce a balanced, fruitful Christian life:
“Full of grace and truth” — like Jesus Himself (John 1:14)
✍️ Reflection Questions:
- In what ways have I grown in grace this year?
- How am I actively growing in the knowledge of God’s Word?
- Do I rely more on knowledge or on grace? How can I balance both?
🙏 Prayer:
“Lord, help me grow in both grace and knowledge. Teach me to rely daily on Your mercy, and to hunger for Your truth. Let my heart be soft and my mind renewed, so I may reflect Jesus more each day. Amen.”
✨ Takeaway Thought:
Spiritual growth isn’t about arriving — it’s about abiding.
Stay rooted in grace and anchored in truth, and you will grow.
Grow in Grace
Grow in grace, don’t race ahead,
Let mercy guide each step instead.
For grace is patient, deep, and wide,
A steady hand, a faithful guide.
Grow in grace, though trials come near,
When hope feels faint and skies aren’t clear.
Let not the storm define your pace—
But anchor deep in Jesus’ grace.
Grow in grace, not for man’s praise,
But in the quiet, hidden days.
In whispered prayers and silent tears,
Grace waters faith throughout the years.
Grow in grace, and you will find
A softer heart, a wiser mind.
Not proud with knowledge, cold and bare,
But clothed with truth and love to spare.
Grow in grace and knowledge too,
Of Christ who died and lives for you.
To know His heart, to walk His way—
Is growing more with every day.
So let Him lead, and you will see:
Grace grows us into who we’re meant to be.
Not all at once, but by His hand—
We rise, we fall, we learn to stand.