1 Corinthians 3:1

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

My friends, you are acting like the people of this world. That's why I could not speak to you as spiritual people. You are like babies as far as your faith in Christ is concerned.

Cross References

Hebrews 5:13

People who live on milk are like babies who don't really know what is right.

1 Corinthians 2:6

We do use wisdom when speaking to people who are mature in their faith. But it isn't the wisdom of this world or of its rulers, who will soon disappear.

1 Corinthians 14:20

My friends, stop thinking like children. Think like mature people and be as innocent as tiny babies.

Romans 7:14

We know that the Law is spiritual. But I am merely a human, and I have been sold as a slave to sin.

1 John 2:12

Children, I am writing to you, because your sins have been forgiven in the name of Christ.

Galatians 6:1

My friends, you are spiritual. So if someone is trapped in sin, you should gently lead that person back to the right path. But watch out, and don't be tempted yourself.

Matthew 16:23

Jesus turned to Peter and said, “Satan, get away from me! You're in my way because you think like everyone else and not like God.”

1 Corinthians 14:37

If you think of yourself as a prophet or a spiritual person, you will know that I am writing only what the Lord has commanded.