Jesus grew in wisdom and maturity. He gained favor from God and people.
The child John grew and became spiritually strong. He lived in the desert until the day he appeared to the people of Israel.
The child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and God’s favor was with him.
The person who serves Christ with this in mind is pleasing to God and respected by people.
The boy Samuel continued to grow and gained the favor of the Lord and the people.