1Cor 3:2 | TNotes | STEP | 3:2 Because of the Corinthian Christians’ lack of spiritual maturity, Paul was unable to speak about the deeper truths of life in Christ, the solid food (see 2:6-7 ) that is reserved for mature Christians. Instead, he had to restrict himself to milk , the basic teachings of the Good News (cp. Heb 5:12-14 ; 6:1-3 ; 1 Pet 2:2 ).

cHeb 5:12-14►

e1 Pet 2:2►

‏ 1 Corinthians 3:2

3:2 ^a Because of the Corinthian Christians’ lack of spiritual maturity, Paul was unable to speak about the deeper truths of life in Christ, the solid food (see 2:6-7 ^b) that is reserved for mature Christians. Instead, he had to restrict himself to milk, the basic teachings of the Good News (cp. Heb 5:12-14 ^c; 6:1-3 ^d; 1 Pet 2:2 ^e).