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Growth in Christian Grace

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International Tract and Missionary Society · Oakland, California · Mar 23, 1888

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 14, No. 12.

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Growth in Christian Grace

By A. P. Foster

At the moment of conversion a process of growth begins. Under the influence of the Spirit, the converted man should steadily develop in Christian grace. It is certain that if he does not grow in grace, he will fall back into greater sin.
Whether any ever reach perfection in this life may well be doubted. Logically, there is no reason why one should not, but outside of Christ the perfect man has never yet been found. That some have declared themselves to be perfect is no evidence, for self-deception is easy. The nearer one draws to God the more distinct becomes his sinfulness by comparison. At the same time perfection is commanded, because it is logically possible, and it should be earnestly striven for.—Rev. A. P. Foster.