Why does Christ desire this growth in His followers?

Answer

That He might present it to Himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but
that it should be holy and without blemish." Eph. 5: 27.

Unto whom are God's people to be gathered?
What was the result of this warfare by means of \"fire and smoke and brimstone\"?
While suffering in the garden of Gethsemane, how was Christ strengthened?
What are we admonished not to do?
What did Christ say would be the experience of His people in this world?
Is there danger of believers losing their hold on Christ?
What encouragement is held out concerning the branches which have been broken off?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle