November 5th, 2025
From Childishness to Maturity
Ephesians 4:11-16
And he himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into maturity with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness. 14 Then we will no longer be little children, tossed by the waves and blown around by every wind of teaching, by human cunning with cleverness in the techniques of deceit. 15 But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into him who is the head—Christ. 16 From him the whole body, fitted and knit together by every supporting ligament, promotes the growth of the body for building itself up in love by the proper working of each individual part.
And he himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into maturity with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness. 14 Then we will no longer be little children, tossed by the waves and blown around by every wind of teaching, by human cunning with cleverness in the techniques of deceit. 15 But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into him who is the head—Christ. 16 From him the whole body, fitted and knit together by every supporting ligament, promotes the growth of the body for building itself up in love by the proper working of each individual part.
Devotional:
Spiritual maturity means moving from being fed to feeding yourself, from needing constant care to caring for others. Children are tossed by waves of emotion and circumstance, but mature believers stand firm in truth, rooted in Scripture and led by the Spirit. Maturity looks like serving without being told, giving without being begged, and taking responsibility for others' spiritual welfare. It means you're not throwing tantrums when things don't go your way but speaking truth in love. Growth requires three essentials: engaging Scripture daily, walking in the Spirit through prayer and worship, and serving others with your gifts.
Reflection Question:
Where are you on this journey? What's one step toward maturity you can take today?
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