Bible Verses About Spiritual Growth and Maturity

"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ."

"But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ."

"But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil."

"That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God."

"Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ."

"As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby."

"But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing."

"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind."

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance."

"But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day."

What does the Bible say about spiritual growth and maturity?

Spiritual growth is not optional — it's the expected trajectory of every believer's life. God doesn't save us to leave us as spiritual infants. Key King James Version passages include 2 Peter 3:18, Ephesians 4:15, Hebrews 5:14. This page collects 10 KJV verses about spiritual growth and maturity, each quoted in full.

How do I grow spiritually according to the Bible?

Spiritual growth comes through Scripture study (1 Peter 2:2), prayer, fellowship, obedience, and trials (James 1:4). 2 Peter 3:18 summarizes it: 'grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.'

What are signs of spiritual maturity?

Hebrews 5:14 says the mature can discern good from evil. Other signs include bearing the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), handling trials with patience, and being able to teach and encourage others.