In this study Douglas Connelly looks at various metaphors for how we grow more spiritually mature in Christ, including running a race, carrying a cross, constructing a building, fighting a battle and more.

This LifeGuide Bible Study in IVP Connect's revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.

Table of Contents

Getting the Most Out of Following Jesus
1 Carrying a Cross
2 Growing into Maturity
3 Keeping in Step with the Spirit
4 Running the Race
5 Constructing a Building
6 Fighting the Battle
7 Becoming a Servant
8 Entering a Kingdom
Leader's Notes