Many assume growth means becoming more aware of God’s holiness.
But Scripture shows something unexpected.

Early on, Peter fell at Jesus’ feet and said:

“Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.” Luke 5:8

Later, after years with Jesus—and after failure—Peter ran toward Him.

What changed?

Not God’s holiness.
Peter’s understanding of love.

Paul describes this same journey.

“To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given.” Ephesians 3:8

The more Paul grew, the more he saw grace—not personal achievement.

Growth doesn’t mean you feel less needy.
It means you feel more secure.

Maturity is not moving beyond grace.
It is going deeper into it.

The flesh learns holiness quickly.
Only the Spirit teaches love.

And love is what transforms.

“We love because He first loved us.” 1 John 4:19

Spiritual growth isn’t climbing higher—it’s settling deeper.