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 Christ say to the Jews concerning the study of the Scriptures?
What additional curse came as the result of the first sin?
In what working of God is faith to be exercised in connection with baptism?
5. After the healing of the blind man, upon what charge did some of the Pharisees seek to prove that Christ was not of God?
Why was the gospel to be preached to the Gentiles?
What encouragement is given to heed this message?
What will His true followers do?

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