A Picture of Maturity
Ephesians 4:11-5:2

Why care about maturity?

Birth is essential to life, but birth is not the end of the story.

We are not meant to remain in infancy, but to grow through it to something better.

Immaturity is unstable, passive and undiscerning.

What is the picture of maturity?

A mature human being is one whose life is pervaded by agape love.

How do we become mature?

Maturity comes from a new being, not simply new beliefs, experiences, or behaviors

Four Stages of Maturity: Exploring Christ, Growing in Christ, Close to Christ, Christ-Centered.

Thinking: Growing in the Mind of Christ

Feeling: Growing in the Heart of Christ

Doing: Growing in the Way of Christ

Salvation Prayer
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for drawing me to Yourself from my darkness, my sin, and my shame. I repent of my sins, and I ask You to forgive me. I welcome You into my heart, and I surrender my future into Your hands. Guide me by Your Holy Spirit, and help me to be a reflector of Your light to those around me. Thank You for including me in Your family. Amen