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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Maturity

Is pride a sign of spiritual immaturity?

January 14, 2023

When we become Christians, we are given all we need for spiritual maturity. Peter tells us that “[God’s] divine power …

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How hard is it to be a disciple of Jesus?

April 3, 2022

Why this is important: I started out strong. I imagine you did too. And then …Something happens. Or several things. …

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Is our goal to be perfect?

September 4, 2021

The word perfect in Matthew 5:48 does not imply sinlessly perfect, for that is impossible in this life. It suggests …

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Is instability a sign of immaturity?

May 18, 2021

Spiritual maturity is achieved through becoming more like Jesus the Messiah. After salvation, every disciple begins the process of spiritual …

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Are we subjects of the Kingdom of God and mighty King Jesus?

January 4, 2021

Why it matters: Wow. Jesus is direct. Grow up!! OK, that makes sense. We can be very childish. We live in God’s …

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“Let us leave the elementary teaching about the Messiah and go on to maturity” ~Author of Hebrews

December 26, 2019

I want to be mature. I don’t want to be a baby. I want to grow up and be an …

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“Looking away from all that will distract us and focusing our eyes on Jesus, the One who brings our faith to maturity, who for the joy of accomplishing the goal set before Him endured the cross.” ~Author of Hebrews

April 6, 2019

I want joy in my life. I can have it by focusing on Jesus. Jesus brings my faith to completion …

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Is a lack of spiritual understanding a sign of immaturity?

February 10, 2019

Jesus challenges me to grow up. That isn’t harsh. It is loving. The job of the teacher is to show …

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Immaturity — Is that the cause of backsliding?

September 7, 2018

I started out strong. I imagine you did too. And then … Something happened. Or several things. We went off …

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“The people have been like spoiled children whining to their parents.” ~Jesus

June 22, 2018

Am I to be a child in my understanding of Jesus? We all know what whining children are like. I …

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“All of us who look forward to his Coming stay ready, with the glistening purity of Jesus’ life as a model for our own.” ~Apostle John

April 27, 2017

We are children of God but we are becoming like Jesus. Being children isn’t the end game. Sometimes I think …

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Is God our friend?

August 23, 2016

We start out as slaves. Our path to maturity starts with servitude and obedience. I saw this in my relationship …

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Am I just finger painting in my walk with the Messiah Jesus?

May 28, 2016

When I was young, I loved to finger paint. I was pretty good at it, I think. 🙂 I am …

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“Live out your God-created identity.” ~Jesus

May 11, 2016

Jesus has a great way to simplify what He is saying. Jesus is very direct and doesn’t beat around the bush. So, Jesus challenges me to …

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Are we willing to suffer and mature? Will we rejoice and be happy?

June 16, 2015

Jesus, the Son of GOD, came to earth and suffered for us. Imagine that. Take a minute to think about …

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Can I respond to God with blazing fast speed?

May 30, 2015

My Father is helping me. He is bringing out the best in me. He is helping me to have a …

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“Perfect love casts out fear.” ~Apostle John

March 13, 2015

In our Father’s house there are many, many rooms. But the one thing there is no room for is fear. …

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"In a word, what I’m saying is, Grow up. You’re kingdom subjects. Now live like it." ~~Jesus

October 11, 2014

Wow. Jesus is direct. Grow up!! OK, that makes sense. We can be very childish. We live in God’s World …

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