THE CARNAL MAN: 1 Cor. 3:1. A Christian under fleshly control.
- He has experienced God’s salvation, but not God’s sovereignty.
- Born physically and spiritually.
- Christ is in the life, but the self is supreme.
- Ego is in the driver’s seat.
- Remains a baby, Christian.
- Without growth; no development; growth arrested.
- Unfulfilled and wretched because of resisting God’s plan.
- Easily offended and hurt at the slightest provocation.
- Unusual activity disturbs him.
- Shortsighted; lacks judgment; immature.
- Envy, strife, and division. [1Cor.3:3] Children quarrel and fight; are impatient; lack self-control; and are unable to get along with one another.