But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort.
But when someone shares God's message, they're speaking to people to build them up, encourage them, and bring them comfort.
Real prophetic words don't tear people down, they lift people up, push them forward, and wrap them in comfort.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, the Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Corinthian church to address issues of disorder in their worship gatherings, particularly concerning the use of spiritual gifts like prophecy and speaking in tongues. Prophecy here referred to speaking God's message in a way that built up the community, rather than predicting the future, amidst a culture where emotional excesses could disrupt church order. This guidance was essential because the Corinthians, influenced by their Greco-Roman background, needed to prioritize edification over personal display.
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