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1 CORINTHIANS 2:14
(1599 Geneva Bible)
^[a]But the ^[b]natural man perceiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him, neither can he know them, because they are ^[c]spiritually discerned.
[a] Again he preventeth an offence or stumbling block: how cometh it to pass that so few allow these things? This is not to be marveled at, sayeth the Apostle, seeing that men in their natural powers (as they termed them) are not endued with that faculty, whereby spiritual things are discerned (which faculty cometh another way) and therefore they accompt spiritual wisdom as folly: and it is as if he should say, It is no marvel that blind men cannot judge of colors, seeing that they lack the light of their eyes, and therefore light is to them as darkness.
[b] The man that hath no further light of understanding than that which he brought with him, even from his mother’s womb, as Jude defineth it, Jude 19.
[c] By the virtue of the holy Ghost.

summary:

A “natural” person considers the things of God ridiculous because such matters are “spiritually discerned.” The one led by the Spirit can sift everything yet is not finally judged by the world. “We have the mind of Christ.”

verses 15-16 for context:
The spiritual man judges all things, but he himself is not subject to anyone’s judgment. 16 “For who has known the mind of the Lord, so as to instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ.

Background and Setting in Corinth
• Corinth was a thriving port, famous for its wealth, temples, and love of public debate. Orators drew crowds in the marketplace, vying for attention with flashy words and clever logic.
• Acts 18 records Paul’s 18-month stay there (around AD 51). The city’s culture of rhetoric forms the backdrop for Paul’s insistence on a cross-centered message, not entertaining speeches.

Natural and Spiritual People (vv.14–16)
• A “natural” person lives by mere human senses (Jude 19). Spiritual matters seem foolish until the Spirit awakens the heart (John 3:3-8).
• The “spiritual” person can “judge” or evaluate everything because the Spirit provides discernment (Hebrews 5:14).
• Quoting Isaiah 40:13, Paul shows that only God fully knows His own mind, yet amazingly believers “have the mind of Christ,” sharing His perspective through the Spirit and Scripture (Philippians 2:5).

Practical Takeaways for Today
• Rely on God’s power, not presentation. Clear, humble sharing of the gospel still carries divine force.
• Seek the Spirit’s help when reading Scripture; He illuminates truths no commentary can replace.
• Do not be shaken when the culture labels biblical truth “foolish.” Spiritual realities cannot be appraised by natural reasoning alone.
• Embrace weakness as a stage for God’s strength—whether in public speaking, parenting, or workplace pressures.
• Cultivate the mind of Christ by meditating on His Word and obeying promptly; discernment grows with practice (James 1:22-25).

Spiritual Discernment
Spiritual truths are discerned spiritually, and the natural man cannot accept them because they are spiritually appraised.

Practical Applications:
Seek the Spirit’s Guidance
Regularly pray for the Holy Spirit to guide you in understanding God’s Word and applying it to your life.

Evaluate Sources of Wisdom
Reflect on where you seek wisdom and ensure it aligns with God’s truth rather than worldly philosophies.

Cultivate Spiritual Discernment
Engage in practices that enhance your spiritual discernment, such as prayer, meditation on Scripture, and fellowship with other believers.

Embrace the Mind of Christ
Strive to think and act in ways that reflect the character and teachings of Jesus.

1 Corinthians 2 continues the themes from the first chapter, emphasizing the wisdom of God over the wisdom of the world. The Apostle Paul describes his approach to preaching, which relied on the power of the Holy Spirit rather than eloquent words or human wisdom. He explains how God’s wisdom is revealed through the Spirit, leading to a discussion about the spiritual and natural person.

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