Growing In Maturity

We are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ. Ephesians 4:15 ESV.

On a human level we know maturity isn’t just a matter of age. We’ve all met people who were adults in terms of years yet acted like children. They are immature no matter their age. A mature person isn’t just physically mature but has grown up emotionally and socially. They’ve learned to be responsible and to realize that their actions have consequences. In a similar way, spiritual maturity isn’t just a question of how long we have been a Christian. Sadly, far too many Christians never grow and develop in their faith. They are in spiritual limbo. They are like the Christians to whom Paul spoke: “I . . . could not address you as spiritual people, but as . . . infants in Christ” (1 Corinthians 3:1 ESV). It is tragic when a child fails to develop into a capable, mature adult. Many times it’s because the adults in their lives have set the bar low. Even more tragic is a Christian who fails to develop spiritually. We weren’t meant to remain spiritual babies. Instead, God’s goal for us is spiritual maturity (Hebrews 6:1). The Bible also urges, “Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation” (1 Peter 2:2 NIV). The goal of a child’s life is maturity—and the goal of a Christian’s life is spiritual maturity.

Graham, Billy. Truth for Each Day : Daily Devotions to Renew Your Mind and Inspire Your Soul (a 365-Day Devotional), Thomas Nelson Incorporated, 2023. ProQuest Ebook Central, http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/liberty/detail.action?docID=30516542.
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