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What does the Bible say about being a baby in Christ?

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The Bible teaches that a newly born believer is referred to as a 'baby in Christ', requiring spiritual nourishment from the basics of the gospel.

In 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, the Apostle Paul addresses the church by stating that they are not yet able to receive deeper truths, likening them to 'babes in Christ' who need milk rather than solid food. This implies that when a sinner is born again through the Spirit, they begin as infants in the faith, necessitating the elementary teachings of the gospel to grow spiritually. Paul emphasizes that even mature believers find wisdom in these basic doctrines, as true growth in grace is built upon the foundational truths of Christ and Him crucified, which all believers must first understand before they can advance to deeper theological concepts.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 3:1-2

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Milk for Babies
Clay Curtis · Oct 8, 2015