The Bible cautions that baby Christians need the milk of the Word, taking in the nourishment it provides, as they grow stronger and become ready to take in the Meat of the Word, and learn to understand and apply the hardier disciplines of following Jesus Christ.

SIGNS OF GROWTH

Is the baby growing?
Does he laugh and smile now?
Is his body being nourished every day?
Are his legs much stronger?
Is his walking more secure?
Does he understand the many words you say?

Is the Christian growing?
Does he bear the Spirit's fruit?
Is his mind renewed by studying the Word?
Does he walk with Jesus,
\who Will keep him safe from falling?
Does he understand the counsel of the Lord?

Just as a baby needs to learn
to walk and talk with ease,
So Christian babies need to learn
if Jesus they would please.
For there is not a better way --
His methods we can trust --
Keep studying to be approved
And reach His goal for us!

(c)Connie Faust
"Study to show thyself approved unto God,
a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,


rightly dividing the Word of Truth." (2 Timothy 2:15)