Master the Bible: How to Get and Keep the Big Picture of the Bible's Story

Chapter 6: Growi ng to Matur i t y , Ser i es 4

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a. They are prone to accept the devil’s lies and schemes, John 8.44.

b. They lack depth and substance, and can be turned by pressure and persecution, Matt. 13.20-21.

c. They are tempted by the lure of returning to the cares of the world, Matt. 13.22.

d. Not being strong enough to resist falsehood, they can easily be lured to corruption and error, 1 Cor. 8.1-3.

3. Immature children need to reorient their lives around their new identity: New converts require a sense of belonging and security, 2 Cor. 6.14-18.

4. Little children need to strengthen their resolve against error: New converts are constantly under the irritation and attack of their sin nature, Gal. 5.16-23.

5. Babies and little children require ongoing instruction, nurture, and feeding: New converts need to understand God’s Word and will, 1 Pet. 2.2; Heb. 5.11-6.4.

6. Babies and children need social interaction and affection: New converts need friends and need to cultivate new life patterns based on a kingdom perspective, John 13.34-35.

7. Babies and children require 24/7 supervision: New converts need regular, parental and pastoral care, i.e., godly pastors and leaders who’ll keep watch over their souls, Heb.13.17.