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.

How did He further explain the new birth?
After Herod's death, where did Joseph and his family live?
Following one of His parables, what did Christ say?
How great was the agony of His soul?
17. What assurance was given by the angel that these prophecies would he understood in the last days?
What promise is made to the willing and obedient?
3. Through what experience was the church to pass, and what was to develop in the church, before Christ's second coming?

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