like mere men?” (1 Corinthians 3:2–3 emphasis added). Because of unresolved conflicts, carnal Christians are not able to receive the solid food of God’s Word. Some, like Russ, are willing and make the effort to attend a meeting or church services, but what is taught is going right over their heads. When I was a senior pastor, I believed Christ was the answer and that truth would set people free, but I really didn’t know how. People at my church had problems for which I didn’t have adequate answers,