Chapter 18: Developing Mature Members

Mature Christians can mentor those not as mature which is a positive thing so there is an extension of the pastor in case the church is over the plateau and continuing upward in growth. Growing is a process no matter whether it is physical, mental or spiritual.  We all need to mature and everyone can mature not just a certain few. It will take time and may be painful but it will be well worth it in the long run. We know the phrase "Actions speak louder than words" and maturity is noticed by the actions of a person than by what they belief. Christ stated it in Matt 7:16 that by their fruit (actions), people will recognize them.  People need others to help them grow in maturity.  To have complete maturity, you need a variety of experiences in order to attain it.

I know personally my maturity started with experiences in release-time classes studying memory verses and in children's church learning kids' songs then I was just continued to mature through different methods through worship settings until most recently, taking time during a Praise and Worship chapel, and reflecting on God, writing song lyrics that I am proud of because they are from the heart.  Mature members help them distinguish what they do and don't do while a member of the church they belong to.