Mature in Christ

Discover the New Testament’s vision of maturity in Christ—grounded in the cross, empowered by the Spirit, and shaped in community.

"until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of God’s Son, growing into maturity with a stature measured by Christ’s fullness" (Ephesians 4:13, CSB)Mature in Christ explores how the New Testament envisions Christian maturity as both God’s gift and our calling, rooted in the inaugurated eschatology of the gospel. Moving through key passages in 1 Corinthians, Colossians, Ephesians, Philippians, Hebrews, James and 1 John, David Peterson traces how themes of wisdom, the cross, the Spirit, assurance, suffering and glory all converge on God’s goal of bringing his people to perfection in Christ. Far more than a word study, this book shows how maturity shapes the structure and argument of these writings and what this means for Christian life and ministry today. With a particular focus on the corporate dimensions of growth, it equips pastors, teachers and church leaders to pursue and promote maturity in a biblically integrated, pastorally sensitive way. An appendix of reflection and discussion questions for each chapter make it ideal for ministry teams and serious Bible study groups.