I.DO I HAVE A FIRM GRASP OF THE WORD
  OF GOD? (5:11-14)

    
     A.The problems of a weak grasp on the Word.

    
     B. The practices which strengthen your grasp of
         God's Word.

          1. Hear   Romans 10:17

          2. Read   Revelation 1:3

          3. Study   Acts 17:11

          4. Memorize   Psalm 119:9,11

          5. Meditate    Psalm 1:2,3

   
     C. The process for strengthening your spiritual
          maturity

          1. Exposure   "constant use"

          2. Exercise   "trained"

          3. Experience   "distinguish good from evil"

II. DO I HAVE A FELLOWSHIP WITH THE
    HOLY SPIRIT OF GOD?  (6:1-8)

    
     A.The gift of fellowship with God.

          1. Received - Acts 2:38

          2. Rejected - Matthew 12:31

     B. The temple of fellowship with God. 
         (I Corinthians 3:16)

III. DO I HAVE A FAITHFULNESS TO THE
      PEOPLE OF GOD? (6:9-12)

    
     A.Seek to minister to others.

     B. Seek a mentor to challenge you.