Knowing Christ and what He stands for, plus the benefits He bestows on us are extremely important if we intend to live successfully for Him. That means spending time in the Word, as well as listening and talking to Him personally, for it's God's intention that ALL His people, grow in character to be like Christ, what is termed to achieve spiritual maturity. Just like new born babies grow slowly but steadily, likewise new born christians need to grow slowly and steadily in the knowledge and understanding of Christ! Spiritual growth is a must for ALL believers! Much LOVE!