1 Corinthians 12:1

Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren,. would not have you ignorant.

'spiritual gifts' -their origin is God not man. Possibly their letter also contained questions on this subject also. (1 Corinthians 7:1)

'I would not have you ignorant' -'is. characteristic formula of Paul's which he employs when he introduces important instruction.' (Lenski p. 490)

'Whatever subject. postpone (1 Corinthians 11:34),. must not delay to explain the nature of spiritual gifts.' (Gr. Ex. N.T. p. 885)

Point to Note:

Those that actually had such gifts, could be ignorant of their proper use. Throughout this section, be impressed with the fact that the possession of. spiritual gift, didn't necessarily make. Christian any more "spiritual" or "knowledgeable." Attitude is so important. The same is truth applies to those who possess the Bible.