THE CHOICES OF MATURITY

(Message by Tanny Keng)

0. Introduction

a) One way to evaluate spiritual maturity is by looking at the choices we make. The writer of Hebrews notes many of the ways those choices change with personal growth.


1. What are the mature choices versus immature choices? 

a) Teaching others rather than ... just being taught.

b) Developing depth of understanding rather than ... struggling with the basics.

c) Self-evaluation rather than ... self-criticism.

d) Seeking unity rather than ... promoting disunity.

e) Desiring spiritual challenges rather than ... desiring entertainment.

f) Careful study and observation rather than ... opinions and halfhearted efforts.

g) Active faith rather than ... cautious apathy and doubt.

h) Confidence rather than ... fear.

i) Feelings and experiences evaluated in the light of God's Word rather than ... experiences evaluated according to feelings.

The End ...