Bible Verses About Church Growth
The growth of the church is God's own work, as he builds his people and adds to their number. Scripture declares: "Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved." (Acts 2:47). The Word affirms: "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18). As it is written: "I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase." (1 Corinthians 3:6). Sow the seed faithfully, love one another, and trust God to give the increase.
Key verse snapshot
“Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. ”
Bible Verses about Church Growth
4 Scripture passages on this theme
Acts 2:47
“Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. ”
Matthew 16:18
“And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”
1 Corinthians 3:6
“I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.”
Ephesians 4:16
“From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.”
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Apply These Verses to Your Life
Scripture comes alive when we meditate on it and apply it daily. Read these verses in full context, pray for understanding, and ask God how they speak to your situation with church growth.
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- The Lord Will Editorial Team
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