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.
 


What did He say a little later to the eleven?
Who awakens the soul to a sense of its sinful condition?
What was done with the blood of the offering?
Where will Christ then take His people?
What specific statement emphasizes this identification?
Wherein does the new covenant differ from and excel the old?
What did Christ nail to His cross?

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