No baby steps here - fully grown - fully made - Yes!
Genesis 1:31 "God saw all that He had made, and it was very good."
It was very good indeed.
And yet, the woman and man fell for the lies of the devil. They fell for the twisted words, the enticing fruit, they fell for the dream of being like God - knowing everything.
They were grown, but being grown does not always equate to being wise, or mature.
In the Bible, 1 Timothy 4:12, Paul is writing to a young leader. He uses the words, "Don't let anyone despise your youth..." We can make much of this, saying that age has nothing to do with a person's ability to understand and teach the Word of God.
I agree. Age does not, but for the most part, maturity does. And as Paul continues the sentance, he says "set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love and in purity." Those actions are cultivated over the years of one's life - hopefully.
There is always a "but," because we also learn from those we want to learn from - children as well.
Jesus specifically brought children to Himself. He said that the Kingdom of God is like them - like those innocent and trusting children.
A flower begins as a seed, and then a bud, it becomes more and more beautiful as it ages, so a follower of Christ can become. As a Christ Follower is warmed by the Son of God, fed by the Holy Spirit and watered by the Word, she will become beautiful and healthy. That person will be a blessing to others. She will give healthy food and a beautiful aroma to those she touches.
My prayer as I age is that I will "smell good" to those around me.
Love Diane
YOU SURE DO!!
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