“For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God; night and day praying exceedingly that we might see your face, and might perfect that which is lacking in your faith?” 1 Thessalonians 3:9-10 (KJV)

The one who is a spiritual leader, a pastor, Bible Study teacher of the Lord has a personal desire for growing in the faith of Jesus Christ, and a desire for those they lead and teach to grow in the faith of Christ.

A desire to see them and help them grow in the faith. A new born child does not have all it takes to grow. A baby needs to be fed. A baby needs to be nourished, and sheltered from harm; and a baby needs to be loved. The same is true of the spiritual child or Church.

Prayer is for the Church what breathing is for the body. The study of God’s Word is for the Church what food is for the body.