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 reference is made in the Psalms to Christ's use of parables?
What restriction did God make respecting marriages in Israel?
What awaits those who despise the means of grace?
What besides creation were Israel to remember when they kept the Sabbath?
Who alone knows the exact day of Christ's coming?
What did Christ tell the rich young man to do?
6. What would have been the result to the dead had not Christ procured their release from the grave?

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