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This document discusses growing up spiritually rather than just growing old. It argues that true spiritual maturity requires experience, not just exposure to teachings. Jesus wants believers to aggressively pursue spiritual experience through exercising their faculties and allowing Him to strengthen their weaknesses. The document cautions against merely perpetuating religious rituals and instead encourages partaking in Jesus' suffering. It uses the example of Nicodemus, who knew religious teachings but lacked true understanding until he was willing to be taught as a child about eternal things. The key message is that believers must strive for spiritual growth and maturity rather than remaining content with basic teachings.