Spiritual Maturity

GRACE ambassador · May 3, 2026

"The idea of spiritual growth, or spiritual maturity, is closely related to the doctrine of sanctification.
Positional sanctification takes place instantly at the time of salvation when, having placed their trust
in Jesus Christ and His finished work of redemption alone (i.e. His death, burial, and resurrection),
believers are identified with Christ in God’s sight and “set apart” (i.e. sanctified) according to God’s
will and purpose.

Practical sanctification, however, is a process that takes time. As new believers begin their new life
“in Christ” they grow spiritually as they learn God’s Word and properly apply it to their lives. Having
called on believers to “present your bodies a living sacrifice,” the Apostle Paul explains that this is
accomplished through “the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and
acceptable, and perfect, will of God” (Rom. 12:1-2).

The believer’s mind is “renewed” as they put off the values, philosophies, and thought patterns
of the world and replace them with grace thinking which includes a new values system and
pattern of conduct. You see the system by which we think will set the standard by which we
conduct ourselves.

We are admonished to “Let this mind [way of thinking] be in you which was also in Christ Jesus”
(Phil. 2:5). The point Paul is making is that Christ gave Himself wholly to do the Father’s will
and so should we. True spiritual growth is marked, not by how much Scripture we know or
how precisely we have honed our doctrine, but rather by how much we actually apply the
Word of God, rightly divided, to our own life.

Another way to put it is that the more we learn to trust God, and reflect that trust in every
aspect of our life, the more spiritually mature we are. The evidence of spiritual maturity is
not simply knowledge of the Scriptures, but the demonstration of that knowledge through
love (see 1 Cor. 13:1-13; Eph. 3:16-19; 4:15-16; 5:1-2; Phil. 2:1-4).

The knowledge of Christ’s love for us should cause us to love Him in such a way that it is
demonstrated in our attitude, conduct, and commitment to serve God. Spiritual maturity is
marked by spiritual knowledge being put into action."

Borrowed From Berean Searchlight

Cross8527 · May 9, 2026

I am very surprised no one has responded to this yet. This was such a wonderful word and it is so full of truth. I know that trust in God especially spoke to me. I don't know how mature I actually am in Christ but I do know my trust in him is very strong. All the times I have encountered demons every time satan attacks me in my sleep and dreams I always trust in Jesus and every time he never fails he will even at times give me the strength to banish demons back to hell myself.

Not that it is me by any means but he who is in me and you know trusting God in everything in our life is truly a wonder to see. Just tonight my blood sugar got dangerously low I have had many seizures from low blood sugar blacking out and I really didn't want that again so I prayed to God to make my sugar go up for me and wouldn't you know it suddenly stared going up again.

For me this is proof that trusting him for all our needs is so amazing because he always comes through.
I also like how you mentioned in your post while it was borrowed from someone else it spoke to me and that was about how our knowledge of scripture alone is not enough but the applying of it. I know many sholar type people who are well versed in scripture but they do not apply it to themselves and they get a big head with their ability to debate with scripture but they lack love they do not ever think they are wrong they lack the meekness and humbleness that we are commanded to have and many other things as well

ScottA · May 9, 2026

The apostle Paul phrased his explanation of the resurrection referring to the time of our full and complete spiritual maturity, as "what shall be." He did not say that perfect spiritual maturity was about what we do during the rest of our life. He jumped straight from "corruption" to "uncorruption."

Now we know that during the time we have between coming to the knowledge of Christ or even receiving the sealing of our salvation by the Holy Spirit, and the time we see Christ face to face, that during our time remaining in this world we are to lay up treasures in heaven and do the good works as of one given spiritual gifts to do so. Of course.

But that much Paul assumes goes without saying--and thus, he does not there elaborate. Meaning, yes, the spiritual Christian life should align with all that is written regarding our time remaining in this world--but--maturity comes not by expecting there to be "a process" to our learning to be Christ-like--but--rather to fully accept and receive all that is actually given to us that very moment Christ enters into us and we in Him in salvation--that we fully take it to heart! For if we are half hearted, whatever the measure--"with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you."

Jay Ross · May 9, 2026

Hello,

Let us revert to scripture to know what we should do: -

Ephesian 4:17-24: - The New Man

17 This I say, therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you should no longer walk as [the rest of the Gentiles walk, in the futility of their mind, 18 having their understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, because of the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart; 19 who, being past feeling, have given themselves over to lewdness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.

20 But you have not so learned Christ, 21 if indeed you have heard Him and have been taught by Him, as the truth is in Jesus: 22 that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, 23 and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, 24 and that you put on the refreshed/renewed man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.

Renewing your mind is of little help unless you put it to use. This is the requirement that Christ requires of us.

Ronald Nolette · May 9, 2026

ScottA said:
The apostle Paul phrased his explanation of the resurrection referring to the time of our full and complete spiritual maturity, as "what shall be." He did not say that perfect spiritual maturity was about what we do during the rest of our life. He jumped straight from "corruption" to "uncorruption."

Now we know that during the time we have between coming to the knowledge of Christ or even receiving the sealing of our salvation by the Holy Spirit, and the time we see Christ face to face, that during our time remaining in this world we are to lay up treasures in heaven and do the good works as of one given spiritual gifts to do so. Of course.

But that much Paul assumes goes without saying--and thus, he does not there elaborate. Meaning, yes, the spiritual Christian life should align with all that is written regarding our time remaining in this world--but--maturity comes not by expecting there to be "a process" to our learning to be Christ-like--but--rather to fully accept and receive all that is actually given to us that very moment Christ enters into us and we in Him in salvation--that we fully take it to heart! For if we are half hearted, whatever the measure--"with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you."

Believers who truly get saved do take all things to heart! Getting saved is a transformation from a carnal to spiritual person! But there is still the learning curve all believers must go through, by prayer, experience, fellowship and teh study of Gods word. Paul constantly exhorted people to grow in the word so thay may be mature.

ScottA · May 9, 2026

Ronald Nolette said:
Believers who truly get saved do take all things to heart! Getting saved is a transformation from a carnal to spiritual person! But there is still the learning curve all believers must go through, by prayer, experience, fellowship and teh study of Gods word. Paul constantly exhorted people to grow in the word so thay may be mature.

You (and others) may call it a "learning curve" or "a process", or even "growing in the word" as Paul said--which is fine to a point. It is not misleading or wrong to describe it as such. But I would call it a time of revelations from God. The difference is, learning can imply that we have done something to cause our advancement of knowledge, which is hardly the case with the knowledge we receive by revelation from God. So then, growing in the word is more a case of opening ourselves up to the greater revelations from God in full, rather than us adding to our knowledge by our own doing.

shepherdsword · May 9, 2026

I think a good measurement for spiritual maturity is how well we have cast down our mental strongholds and disarmed our emotional triggers. It can be measured to how we react when we are insulted, persecuted or face adversity.

I read this in Colossians this AM.

Col 1:10-12
10 That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:

Suffering long with patience and joy is a supreme measure as to how far we have come.

Debp · May 10, 2026

The fruits of the Spirit are a good indicator of spiritual growth.

22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23

Ronald Nolette · May 10, 2026

ScottA said:
You (and others) may call it a "learning curve" or "a process", or even "growing in the word" as Paul said--which is fine to a point. It is not misleading or wrong to describe it as such. But I would call it a time of revelations from God. The difference is, learning can imply that we have done something to cause our advancement of knowledge, which is hardly the case with the knowledge we receive by revelation from God. So then, growing in the word is more a case of opening ourselves up to the greater revelations from God in full, rather than us adding to our knowledge by our own doing.

By your answer do you mean "higher spiritual meanings"? If not, how do you test these revelations to determine if they are valid or merely angel of light deceptions? What is your standard?

I have been walking with god for over 52 years now and still have not mastered all of the Inspired Written word. there are new applications I learn every time I read or listen to teh Word.

I know god speasks to us, He has done so many times to me. but will you provide a "revelation" you have received from go that is new?

Ronald Nolette · May 10, 2026

ScottA said:
You (and others) may call it a "learning curve" or "a process", or even "growing in the word" as Paul said--which is fine to a point. It is not misleading or wrong to describe it as such. But I would call it a time of revelations from God. The difference is, learning can imply that we have done something to cause our advancement of knowledge, which is hardly the case with the knowledge we receive by revelation from God. So then, growing in the word is more a case of opening ourselves up to the greater revelations from God in full, rather than us adding to our knowledge by our own doing.

You call it fine to a point. where is that point? I would call being able to understand teh Word of god is revelation from god.

As Paul worte, the natural man does not understand teh word. They may read it, rationalize it, even define it, but understand it and take it to heart? that takes the Holy spirit transforming an unsaved carnal person and make them a child of God.

ScottA · May 10, 2026

Ronald Nolette said:
By your answer do you mean "higher spiritual meanings"? If not, how do you test these revelations to determine if they are valid or merely angel of light deceptions? What is your standard?

I have been walking with god for over 52 years now and still have not mastered all of the Inspired Written word. there are new applications I learn every time I read or listen to teh Word.

I know god speasks to us, He has done so many times to me. but will you provide a "revelation" you have received from go that is new?

Discerning the spirit is part of our personal choice to make before God.

As for revelations or higher spiritual meaning, nothing is new that is not already written. What is new however is anything or any meaning that we did not before know...which is not actually new, but perhaps new to us or to some and not to others.

ScottA · May 10, 2026

Ronald Nolette said:
You call it fine to a point. where is that point? I would call being able to understand teh Word of god is revelation from god.

As Paul worte, the natural man does not understand teh word. They may read it, rationalize it, even define it, but understand it and take it to heart? that takes the Holy spirit transforming an unsaved carnal person and make them a child of God.

The point where things are no longer a process or learning curve, is the point of salvation. At that point things become revelation, because the decision is made. Which may indeed seem like the revelations are still a process of learning, but because our decision is already made, our efforts toward salvation which is the real learning about God, cease. At which point we enter, not into learning per se, but rest.

Ronald Nolette · May 11, 2026

ScottA said:
Discerning the spirit is part of our personal choice to make before God.

As for revelations or higher spiritual meaning, nothing is new that is not already written. What is new however is anything or any meaning that we did not before know...which is not actually new, but perhaps new to us or to some and not to others.

You have made things much clearer, thank you.

Ronald Nolette · May 11, 2026

ScottA said:
The point where things are no longer a process or learning curve, is the point of salvation. At that point things become revelation, because the decision is made. Which may indeed seem like the revelations are still a process of learning, but because our decision is already made, our efforts toward salvation which is the real learning about God, cease. At which point we enter, not into learning per se, but rest.

I think we may believe teh same thing, but use different phrasology to describe it.

RepentingChristian · May 13, 2026

shepherdsword said:
I think a good measurement for spiritual maturity is how well we have cast down our mental strongholds and disarmed our emotional triggers. It can be measured to how we react when we are insulted, persecuted or face adversity.

I think another good measurement for spiritual maturity is how we strive to be humble and treat our brothers and sisters in Christ with kindness and consideration and not be needlessly hostile.

shepherdsword · May 13, 2026

RepentingChristian said:
I think another good measurement for spiritual maturity is how we strive to be humble and treat our brothers and sisters in Christ with kindness and consideration and not be needlessly hostile.

Then you must not be very mature because your last ten posts have been a result of you following me around and quoting my posts. Not to mention the snippy hostility that's in your comments. Live up to your name and repent. or better yet, if you have a problem with me then follow Mat 18:15.

Ronald Nolette · May 13, 2026

ScottA said:
You (and others) may call it a "learning curve" or "a process", or even "growing in the word" as Paul said--which is fine to a point. It is not misleading or wrong to describe it as such. But I would call it a time of revelations from God. The difference is, learning can imply that we have done something to cause our advancement of knowledge, which is hardly the case with the knowledge we receive by revelation from God. So then, growing in the word is more a case of opening ourselves up to the greater revelations from God in full, rather than us adding to our knowledge by our own doing.

But we do have to do somethings to advance our knowledge Paul said it in Timothy and all his epistles. It is our responsibility to study to be approved. God approves as we study.

Salvation for us is free for Jesus paid the price, but growth in the Christian life comes from obedinece

RepentingChristian · May 13, 2026

shepherdsword said:
Then you must not be very mature because your last ten posts have been a result of you following me around and quoting my posts. Not to mention the snippy hostility that's in your comments. Live up to your name and repent. or better yet, if you have a problem with me then follow Mat 18:15.

I've only mirrored your conduct. You realize that you have an ego bigger than Mount Everest, right? You treat others like GARBAGE and expect others to bow before you. I think you're an AWFUL person.

shepherdsword · May 13, 2026

RepentingChristian said:
I've only mirrored your conduct. You realize that you have an ego bigger than Mount Everest, right? You treat others like GARBAGE and expect others to bow before you. I think you're an AWFUL person.

I pray the Lord greatly blesses you

RepentingChristian · May 13, 2026

shepherdsword said:
I pray the Lord greatly blesses you

You're demonic.

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