Paul invites anyone who thinks of themselves as mature to adopt this mindset: keep moving forward, don’t get stuck, and be open to change. The Greek word for "mature" is teleios, meaning complete or fully developed. But Paul redefines maturity—not as having all the answers, but as being willing to keep learning. He even says if you see things differently, God will show you what you need to know. This pushes back against the idea that maturity means stubborn certainty or never admitting you’re wrong.

For anyone who’s tired of people pretending to have it all figured out, Paul’s approach is refreshing. Real maturity means being honest about what you don’t know and being open to new perspectives. If you’re growing, questioning, or changing your mind, that’s not weakness—it’s a sign you’re on the right track. You don’t have to have it all together to keep moving forward.