All Things Spiritual-Who Are We?

This passage discusses the identity of Christians and their relationship with Christ. It highlights that major religions often reject the true identity of Christ, leading to hatred, distrust, and falsehoods. Disobedient individuals take offense at the Word, attempting to understand spiritual things with a carnal mind. This leads to enmity against God and a lack of understanding of the law. Religions are offended with Christ's doctrine and purity, but not with His existence. They also fail to recognize the works of the Spirit, which are not subject to God's law. Disobedience leads to a rejection of Christ, and those who reject Him will be punished with eternal destruction. The text emphasizes that believers who receive Christ are highly privileged and should praise Him. The apostle addresses the objections of Jews who believe in Christ's preciousness, stating that disobedient individuals are made the head of the corner and a stone of stumbling .