God’s desire has always been for His children to grow into maturity — to become true sons and daughters who reflect His heart and carry His authority. When Jesus began His ministry, His message was simple: “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand” (Matthew 4:17). He was calling people to change their thinking — to see life from God’s perspective and live under His loving rule.
In the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), Jesus described what life in this Kingdom looks like: loving your enemies, blessing those who persecute you, forgiving instead of judging, and showing mercy rather than retaliation (Matthew 5:43–48; Luke 6:37–38). This is what maturity in the Kingdom looks like — reflecting the Father’s heart.
We grow into mature sons and daughters not by striving, but by surrendering to the Holy Spirit. As we allow Him to transform us, we begin to live and love as our Father in heaven does.