The Ripe Are Steadfast

I. The Growth of the Christian Plant to Mature Ripeness in 7 Stages:

1. The Blade becomes a head of grain by practicing righteousness and loving the brethren.
2. The Full Head of Grain shows increasing ripeness which is Christian maturity.
3. Progress to Maturity will Ultimately Depend Upon What You Sow To.
4. Maturity in Regard to Bearing One Another's Burdens.
5. Maturity in Becoming Like Christ in our Thoughts and Behavior by Learning to Bear Reproach.
6. Maturity in learning to give and receive Reproof.

Today we will look at:
7. Maturity in Perseverance and Steadfastness.