Growing in faith through Scripture, learning, prayer, and community.
Grow & Learn | Christian Discipleship Resources | Pleasant Grove UMC
Faith That Grows. Truth That Guides. Hope That Changes Lives.
Whether you are brand new to church or have walked with Christ for years, there is always room to grow.
We believe Christian growth happens through Scripture, worship, study, prayer, service, community, and daily discipleship.
As we grow together, we seek to become a beacon of Christ’s light for our neighbors in Pleasant Grove, western Birmingham, and beyond.
Our GROW Framework
G — Grounded in Scripture
We build our lives on God’s Word and the teachings of Jesus Christ.
R — Reasons We Believe
Faith is thoughtful, trustworthy, and meaningful. We encourage learning, questions, and deeper understanding.
O — Obedience in Action
Christian faith changes how we live, love, serve, forgive, and care for others.
W — Walk It Out
Spiritual growth happens daily through worship, prayer, study, fellowship, and faithful living.
Start Here
Not sure where to begin?
Whether you are exploring Christianity for the first time, returning to church after many years, or looking for a deeper discipleship journey, these resources provide a simple place to begin.
Start Here: Your Discipleship Journey
New Believer / New Christian Pathway
Christian Discipleship
Following Jesus is more than believing certain truths. It is learning to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ every day.
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Christian Discipleship Library
Understanding the Bible
The Bible is God’s story of creation, redemption, and restoration.
Explore:
Getting Started with the Bible
How to Read the Bible for the First Time
Understanding How the Bible Is Organized
Old Testament and New Testament
Understanding the Old Testament World
Understanding the New Testament World
How the Old Testament Points to Jesus
Learn the Story of Scripture
The Bible tells one connected story centered on God’s saving work through Jesus Christ.
Learn the Story of God (Old Testament)
These guided learning paths help readers understand Scripture chronologically while discovering how every part of God’s Word points to Jesus Christ.
Foundations of Faith
Explore the core beliefs of Christianity and the teachings that shape our faith.
The Priesthood of All Believers
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare
Spiritual Disciplines
Spiritual growth happens through intentional practices that draw us closer to God.
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These disciplines help believers develop a deeper relationship with Christ and grow in faith throughout life.
Christian Living
Faith is not only something we believe.
Faith is something we live.
Explore practical resources for everyday Christian living:
Marriage, Money and Communication
Financial Stress and Trusting God
Healthy Boundaries: Helping Without Enabling
Building a Christ-Centered Home
Sharing Your Faith with Your Family
Living Your Faith in a Changing Culture
Living Your Faith with an Unbelieving Spouse
Trusting God During Difficult Seasons
Understanding Our Worship
Worship shapes how we grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Learn about:
These resources help connect Sunday worship with daily Christian living.
Wellness & Learning
We believe God cares about the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.
Explore opportunities and resources including:
Chair Yoga and Gentle Exercise
Caregiving for Aging Parents and Loved Ones
These programs encourage wellness, learning, fellowship, and community connection.
Walk to Emmaus
Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church has been blessed through involvement in the Walk to Emmaus community.
Explore:
Walk to Emmaus Resources
Go and Serve: Life After Emmaus
Birmingham South Cluster of the Alabama Emmaus Community
Alabama Emmaus Walk Information
Emmaus encourages spiritual renewal, discipleship, prayer, study, servant leadership, and Christian community.
Featured Learning Paths
Foundations of Faith: Core Beliefs
Christian Discipleship Library
Start Here: Your Discipleship Journey
New Believer / New Christian Pathway
Christian Discipleship Library
The Christian Discipleship Library serves as a growing collection of lessons, studies, guides, testimonies, learning pathways, and discipleship resources developed through the ministries of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.
Whether you are studying individually, with a Sunday School class, in a small group, or as a family, these resources are designed to support ongoing spiritual growth and lifelong discipleship.
Come and Grow With Us
You do not have to have all the answers to begin growing in faith.
At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, we believe growth happens one step at a time through worship, study, fellowship, prayer, service, and walking together in Christ.
There is a place for you here.
Come and see.
