Is growth always good? Or is the constant pressure to “do more and be more” actually keeping us from true transformation?

In this episode, we dive into the big question: Should we keep growing? Together, we’ll explore what healthy, Spirit-led growth looks like — not growth for performance or approval, but growth rooted in God’s love and grace.

We’ll talk about:

• Why pruning, resting, and rooting are all part of real growth 🌱
• The difference between striving out of insecurity vs. striving out of calling 🙌
• The categories of growth that actually matter (personal, professional, faith, marriage, friendships, health)
• How to discern whether the pressure you feel is from God, yourself, or the world
• Reflection questions to help you slow down, listen, and lean into God’s work in you

💡 Key takeaway: Growth isn’t about achieving more — it’s about becoming more rooted in who God created you to be.

Scripture: Philippians 1:6 – “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion...”
Quote: “Grace is not opposed to effort. It is opposed to earning.” – Dallas Willard

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