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 was foretold of His treatment while on the cross?
I. What does Jesus declare Himself to be?
To whom does the \"seed\" in these promises refer?
How does the Revelator describe this satanic desire to destroy Christ?
28. BY what miracle and phenomenon in nature did God indicate the character of the deed which was being committed?
How does he emphasize the reliability of prophecy?
When did David say he would be satisfied?

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