Now, brethren, if I come unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, except I shall speak to you either by revelation, or by knowledge, or by prophesying, or by doctrine?
Look, friends, if I show up speaking in tongues, how does that actually help you? It doesn't, unless I'm also bringing you something you can understand: a revelation from God, some knowledge, a prophecy, or solid teaching.
Speaking in ways people can't understand doesn't help anyone, communication that builds people up is what matters.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, the church in Corinth was a diverse and troubled community facing issues with spiritual gifts, particularly the misuse of speaking in tongues during gatherings. Paul wrote this letter to address these problems and promote orderly worship that builds up the entire church. He used his own example to illustrate that spiritual expressions must be understandable and beneficial to others.
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