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Hebrews 5:13, 14 - The Practices of Maturity.

Hebrews 5:13, 14 (NKJV) For everyone who 
partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of 
righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to 
those who are of full age, that is, those who by 
reason of use have their senses exercised to 
discern both good and evil. 

COMMENTARY PEARL

   Believers are on a continual growth track 
that ascends higher and higher. This side of 
heaven none of us ever "arrive," but we each have a 
responsibility to press on to maturity. Though many people 
think those who know a lot about the Bible are the 
spiritually mature ones, Hebrews 5:14 adds the element 
of practice to the growth equation. This word 
means a custom or habit. Christian growth requires 
the discipline of godly habits carried out 
daily. 
   The most important practice to cultivate 
is a personal devotional time. Since God is the 
source of all spiritual development, you can't 
neglect Him and expect to become mature. 
Transformation begins with time in His Word and prayer. 
   Obedience is another essential element 
for advancement. When our desire to obey the 
Lord is stronger than our attraction to sin, 
we'll know we are making progress in our spiritual 
life. 
   In terms of physical development, the 
goal is to become more independent and 
self-sufficient as we age. But in the spiritual realm, the 
opposite is true. Those who are mature in Christ 
recognize their own inadequacy and rely on the Holy 
Spirit within them. It's His job to transform our 
character and empower us to accomplish everything the 
Lord calls us to do. 
   Getting older doesn't mean maturity in 
God's eyes. By digging into Scripture and 
developing righteous habits, we can use our years to 
grow stronger in the Lord instead of wasting time 
with passivity. No one accidentally becomes 
mature. Spiritual growth requires a diligent pursuit 
of God. [In Touch Daily Devotional by Charles 
Stanley at www.intouch.org] 

LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE

Hebrews 5:13, 14 - The Discerning Spirit and 
Insight. 

http://www.abible.com/devotions/2019/20191009-1128.html 

YOUR COMMENTS

If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or 
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either 
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in 
hearing from you.  Thanks in advance and let's keep 
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred 
Gibbs  

LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT

Most Important Decision in Life: 
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0 

A Man without Equal by Bill Bright: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo 

Seeking God Made Real: 
http://vimeo.com/31489782 

Prayer Made Real: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE 

Importance of Choice: 
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]  

Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David 
DeRose, MD, MPH: 
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart 

LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES 

Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies: 
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/ 

Amazing Facts Bible Studies: 
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx  

Hope Awakens Bible Study Guides: 
https://www.hopeawakens.study/lesson-header;id=2 

Glow Tract Video Bible Studies: 
http://www.bibleresearch.info/ 

LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS

Unlocking Bible Prophecies by Cami Oetman of 
Adventist World Radio: 
https://bible.awr.org/the-signs/ 

Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW: 
https://itiswritten.tv/programs/hope-awakens 

The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug 
Batchelor: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK 

Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657