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 does grace, as the ground of justification, exclude righteousness by works?
What similar instruction was given to Titus?
What will He then do for each one?
What was the effect of this apostasy?
Against what deceptions did Christ then warn us?
What does He say He will bring with Him when He comes?
What else has He promised to do?

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