The First Steps to Maturity

We must train ourselves to stop desiring evil things, to take the path that leads away from temptation, and to prioritize what is beneficial. We all have the same access to God and the same opportunity to walk in holiness, but the direction of our lives is shaped by what we truly desire. If we keep craving what is evil, we’ll drift toward destruction - but if we train ourselves to desire what is good, we’ll walk in the strength and freedom God provides. Maturity isn’t about mere rule-following; it’s about loving what is good and reflecting God’s character.