"Being an Example of Maturity"

I Peter 2:1-3; I Corinthians 3:1-3

I.	First, Consider some Marks of Immaturity

	A.	Self-Centeredness

		1.	Babies are their own individual microcosm.

		2.	Babies are interested only in their own needs

		3.	Paul called the Corinthians "carnal."

		4.	Immature Christians are so focused on their own needs.

	B.	Irresponsibility

	C.	Impatience

	D.	Insecurity

II.	Think about Moving Toward Maturity

	A.	Step one: Recognize your maturity level

	B.	Step two: Relinquish destructive habits

	C.	Step three: Rekindle a desire for spiritual nutrition.

	D.	Step four: Receive proper order and balance of nutrition.

		1.	Sincere milk

		2.	Meat

		3.	Bread

		4.	Honey