Maturity
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Christians Are to Grow
“As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that you may grow thereby.” Reference: 1 Peter 2:2 We grow physically. We grow spiritually. “But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” Reference: 2 Peter 3:18 The books of Romans through Jude tell one how to grow… Continue reading
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How Jesus Grew
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:40 Jesus grew in: Stature (Physically) In Favor with God (Spiritually) Wisdom (Intellectually) In Favor with Man (Socially) Continue reading
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Qualifications of Elders
Character Qualifications: Blameless Vigilant Sober Given to hospitality Not given to wine No striker Not greedy Family Qualifications: Husband of one wife Rules well his own house Children in subjection Having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly Believing children Background Qualifications: Not a novice Good report from without Ability Qualifications: Apt to teach… Continue reading
