KJV ORIGINAL
Even so ye, forasmuch as ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may excel to the edifying of the church.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Since you're all passionate about spiritual gifts, channel that energy into becoming amazing at the ones that actually build up your church community.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Use your spiritual gifts to lift up your people, not just to show off.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the Christian community in Corinth during the mid-first century CE. It was written to address various internal problems and questions within the Corinthian church, including disunity and the proper use of spiritual gifts during their gatherings.
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