Faith looks different for each of us. Some days, it’s strong and steady. Other days, it feels quiet and unsure. We all grow at different speeds, especially as life changes. December can bring a mix of feelings. There’s joy from holiday traditions, but stress can sneak in too. Cold weather, busy schedules, and tough memories can nudge our peace away. That’s why this time of year is a good one to pause and reflect.
This week, we hear from Pam Brown as part of the Mature [US] series at Amarillo Fellowship Church. Her message reminds us that spiritual growth doesn’t just come in big, exciting moments. It often shows up in small choices, honest prayers, and times when we trust without clear answers.
Discovering What It Means to Mature in Faith
When we think about growing in faith, we might picture someone who always knows what to say or how to pray. But Pam reminds us that maturity isn’t about having all the right answers. It’s about showing up even when we have questions.
Real growth can look like listening more than speaking. It can mean being patient when we don’t understand what God is doing. Pam says that spiritual maturity isn’t a place we reach one day. It’s something we grow into with time, kind of like learning how to love well, forgive deeply, or see others with care.
We’ve all had moments that felt ordinary but ended up shaping us. A quiet walk. A deep talk with a friend. A time when we chose peace over proving a point. Those ordinary spots are often where the deepest growth begins.
Learning Through the Quiet Moments
Pam talks about how God often speaks the loudest in our quietest hours. In December, life can feel noisy. Shopping, travel, and holiday events fill our days. But if we’re always moving, we might miss what God is saying.
Making time for silence sounds simple, but it’s one of the hardest things in a busy season. Still, those calm moments can be where we hear God’s voice best. Maturity sometimes means choosing stillness instead of rushing to figure everything out.
It takes trust to wait. It takes faith to believe something is happening even when we don’t see it yet. Growing in faith can look like sitting quietly and trusting that God hasn’t forgotten us.
How Community Helps Us Grow
One thing Pam shares is how much we need each other. Maturity isn’t just about getting stronger on our own. It’s also about knowing when to lean on others.
A strong faith doesn’t mean we never struggle. It means we don’t walk through struggles alone. Being part of a church family reminds us that we were made for connection. When life feels heavy, having someone to pray with or sit beside can mean everything.
Sometimes, the hardest thing to do is ask for help. But leaning on someone isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength because it means we know we don’t have to carry everything by ourselves. That is deep faith in action.
The Role of Trust When Life Feels Uncertain
It’s easy to trust God when things are going our way. But the real test comes when life doesn’t make much sense. Pam shares how mature faith really shows up during the uncertain parts of life.
Letting go of control is tough. We want to know the outcome, the timeline, the plan. But part of growing up in faith is learning to hold those questions open. Sometimes, we won’t get the answers we want right away.
Pam encourages us not to see trust as a heavy task but as something freeing. We don’t have to figure it all out. We’re not supposed to. We can trust that God is still working even when we don’t see results yet.
Holding On to Hope This Season
The holidays can stir up feelings that we don’t always talk about. Some of us might be grieving. Others feel lonely even when surrounded by people. But Pam reminds us that maturity doesn’t mean pretending everything is perfect.
Spiritual growth shines through when we hold on to hope, even when it’s hard. That kind of hope isn’t loud or flashy. It’s steady. It keeps showing up.
Pam speaks about how light still breaks through the dark. It may take time, but the light always comes. If you’re feeling slow in your growth or stuck in uncertainty, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just still growing, and that’s okay.
Moving Forward with Peace and Purpose
Faith grows in small steps. A quiet prayer. A choice to speak kindly. A pause before reacting. Each one adds up, even if it doesn’t feel like much at the time.
At Amarillo Fellowship Church, gathering together is a central part of uplifting faith. Sunday services are open to all, providing a welcoming environment for individuals and families to experience worship and spiritual encouragement together. We also host small groups that allow people to build supportive relationships and explore faith in a personal setting.
As we think about this season, it helps to remember that growing in faith isn’t about ticking boxes or being perfect. It’s about moving forward, little by little, with purpose and peace.
A Season to Grow Together
We walk that road together. Not because we have it all figured out, but because we believe growth is better when shared. We leave space for honesty, hold onto hope, and keep learning what it means to grow in love and trust, even in the middle of December.
Growing in faith takes time, and at Amarillo Fellowship Church, we honor every small step along the way. Whether you feel steady or uncertain, you’re welcome to move forward with us. Let’s keep learning, trusting, and holding on to hope together. To talk with someone or ask a question, connect with us at Amarillo Fellowship Church today.