The Apostle John outlines the Christian life in three stages. Little Children who need to grow. Young Men who need to use the strength and opportunities their love for God's Word enables them to fulfill. And Fathers who can disciple little children and young men in their growing relationship with the Lord.

1. There is never a time in the Christian life where we don't need to stop growing.

2. There is never a situation in the Christian life where we don't need to draw closer to Jesus.

3. There is always a reason to make disciples of those new to the faith."