What if I told you… you’re not as behind as you think?
In a world obsessed with looking spiritual—perfect church attendance, Instagrammable Bible setups, and posting verses daily—it’s easy to feel like you’re falling short.
But let me encourage you today: real growth isn’t always loud. In fact, if you’re reading this, chances are… you’re already growing more than you realize.
Let’s dig deep. Here are 7 surprising signs you’re way ahead in your faith, even if you don’t always feel it.
And to make this even more eye-opening, we’ll sprinkle in some shocking stats about Christian living that’ll help you appreciate how far God has brought you.
1. You Actually Read the Bible Consistently
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” – Psalm 119:105 (NKJV)
Let’s be honest. Most Christians don’t read their Bibles. A Lifeway study revealed only 32% of regular churchgoers read the Bible daily.
So if you’re diving into Scripture—even a few times a week—you’re ahead of two-thirds of your fellow believers.
That’s not to boast. That’s to say God is working in you. He’s stirring a hunger in your heart, and that hunger is rare. It means you’re prioritizing truth over trends and revelation over religion.
2. You’re More Concerned About Pleasing God Than Pleasing People
“For do I now persuade men, or God? Or do I seek to please men? For if I still pleased men, I would not be a bondservant of Christ.” – Galatians 1:10 (NKJV)
If you’ve ever said “I know this won’t make me popular, but I need to stand for what’s right”—that’s growth.
Let’s not sugarcoat it. Standing for Biblical truth today isn’t just unpopular, it can make you feel isolated. But guess what? That’s what spiritual maturity looks like. You’re choosing the narrow road, and Yahshua Himself said few would find it (Matthew 7:14).
3. You Repent Quickly—Even When No One’s Watching
“He who covers his sins will not prosper, But whoever confesses and forsakes them will have mercy.” – Proverbs 28:13 (NKJV)
Most people say “nobody’s perfect” as an excuse to keep sinning.
But you feel the sting when you grieve the Holy Spirit. You can’t sit comfortably in compromise. That’s a sure sign the Spirit is alive and active in you.
Repentance isn’t a sign of failure—it’s proof of relationship. Dead hearts don’t feel conviction. Only those who are alive in Christ do.
4. You Care About the Condition of Your Heart—Not Just Your Reputation
Jesus didn’t say, “Blessed are those with the perfect public image.”
He said,
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” – Matthew 5:8 (NKJV)
True faith doesn’t focus on how you look—it focuses on who you are when no one’s around.
Do you ask God to search your heart (Psalm 139:23)?
Do you want your motive to match your message?
That’s a huge sign you’re walking in the Spirit—not just going through the motions.
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5. You’re Willing to Wait on God—even When It Hurts
“But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength…” – Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV)
We live in a click-now, scroll-now, get-it-now culture.
But spiritual growth is a slow burn. It requires trusting in the unseen, clinging to promises even when they feel distant.
If you’ve ever said, “I don’t understand, but I still trust You,”
then friend—you’re ahead of millions who only follow when it’s easy.
6. You Pray for Your Enemies
“But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you…” – Matthew 5:44 (NKJV)
A Barna study found that only 23% of Christians regularly pray for people they dislike or who hurt them.
So if you’ve ever whispered a blessing over someone who broke your heart…
If you’ve fought through tears and said, “Father, forgive them”…
You’re not just growing. You’re becoming like Christ.
That’s next-level faith.
7. You Feel Burdened for Souls
“He who wins souls is wise.” – Proverbs 11:30 (NKJV)
You can’t sit through a sermon or read the news without thinking, “People need Jesus.”
You don’t just want people to be happy—you want them to be saved.
That urgency in your heart? That’s the Holy Spirit, not hype.
And according to Pew Research, over 55% of Christians never share their faith.
So if you’re burdened to witness, serve, or simply show love in Christ’s name, you’re walking in rare and radical obedience.
Final Thoughts: You’re Not Falling Behind—You’re Growing Stronger
Don’t let the enemy lie to you.
He’ll whisper, “You’re not good enough. You don’t pray enough. You’re not as spiritual as others.”
But growth isn’t always visible. Sometimes it looks like wrestling with doubt and still choosing to worship.
Sometimes it looks like small acts of obedience that no one sees but God.
And He sees.
“Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” – Galatians 6:9 (NKJV)
You’re growing. You’re maturing. You’re pressing on.
And yes—you’re way ahead in your faith journey compared to what you think.
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The more your faith will flourish.