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.

31. What scripture shows that the righteousness which is received by grace through faith must not be made an excuse for continuing in sin?
What beautiful picture of home life is drawn by the Psalmist for the father who fears the Lord?
What was Job's confidence concerning Christ's coming?
What will He say to those on the left?
What comforting promise has God made concerning the sleeping saints?
15. Then when miracles are performed by spirits purporting to be those of our dead friends, to what shall we attribute them?
What did David ask God to teach him?

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