1. Immature Christians (“dull of hearing” and unable to “distinguish between good and evil”) Christians who can learn and are able to understand complex things, yet their understanding of Scriptures is still at an elementary level Christians whose ability to discern between good and evil is weak

2. Building on the Basics (“Elementary doctrines of Christ”) 1.We should know and understand the basic doctrines of Christ 2.This isn’t optional for the Christian; it is required 3.It’s not just a matter of understanding with our minds, we should have experienced these things in our hearts

3. Member Condition Living Fruitfully Lacking Information Stagnant, inert Suffering Trial Going Astray Determined to Wander Stubborn Unrepentance Spiritual Danger Failing to Continue Doctrinal Ignorance Laziness, Neglect Discouragement New Sin Pattern Habitual Sin Apostasy Response Encourage, Praise; Steadfast Teach, Instruct; Learn Exhort, Spur on; Discipline Comfort; Share Warn, Admonish; Repent Rebuke; Surrender Excommunicate