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Perfection and Maturity

Explore the concepts of perfection and maturity as seen in the Deity and man, with references to biblical teachings and examples of how to strive towards perfection in unity, sacrifice, focus, understanding, obedience, and love.

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Perfection and Maturity

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  1. Perfection and Maturity

  2. Introduction • Let us consider various passages that use the Greek word telos or one of its derivatives, defined by BDAG as: • a point of time marking the end of a duration, end, termination, cessation; • the last part of a process, close, conclusion, esp. of the last things, the final act in the cosmic drama; • the goal toward which a movement is being directed, end, goal, outcome; • last in a series, rest, remainder; • revenue obligation, (indirect) tax, toll-tax, customs duties.”

  3. The Perfection of Deity • Perfection is seen in the person, plans and purposes of God (Matthew 5:48). • Messianic prophecies have been fulfilled (Luke 18:30-33; 22:37; John 19:28; 19:30; Acts 13:26-30). • The work of Jesus Christ has been accomplished (John 4:34; 5:36; 17:4; Hebrews 2:10; 5:8-9; 7:28; 9:11-12; 10:14; 12:1-2). • The Word of God is perfect and complete (1 Corinthians 13:8-10; James 1:17-18; James 1:21-25).

  4. The Maturity of Man • Disciples are repeatedly admonished to strive for perfection/maturity (Matthew 5:48; Ephesians 4:11-13; Colossians 1:28-29; Colossians 4:12-13; James 1:2-4; 3:2-5).

  5. Perfection • Evidenced by genuine unity (John 17:22-23; Colossians 3:12-14). • Proved by willing self-sacrifice (Romans 12:1-2). • Marked by fixed focus (Acts 20:24; Philippians 3:12-17; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; 1 Peter 1:13-16).

  6. Perfection • Manifested in mature understanding (1 Corinthians 2:6-7; 1 Corinthians 14:20; Hebrews 5:12-6:3). • Observed in faithful obedience (Luke 8:11-15; James 2:21-24). • Witnessed in perfected love (1 John 2:3-5; 4:11-12, 16-19).

  7. Conclusion • Would you be perfect (Matthew 19:16-22)? • Will you be counted among the redeemed (Hebrews 12:22-24)?

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