1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Contents: Prophecy and speaking in tongues. The order of the ministry of this gift in the church.

Characters: God, Holy Spirit, Paul.

Conclusion: That is the best and most eligible gift which best answers the purposes of charity and edifies the church. That which cannot be understood cannot edify, and such confusion is to be avoided in the church. No gift of the Spirit is to be despised, and if the gift of tongues is bestowed, it will be with interpretation among two or three brethren, and will result in their blessing.

Key Word: Gift of tongues, 1 Corinthians 14:2.

Strong Verses: 1 Corinthians 14:2; 1 Corinthians 14:8; 1 Corinthians 14:9; 1 Corinthians 14:12; 1 Corinthians 14:19; 1 Corinthians 14:33.

Striking Facts: All believers have the Holy Spirit 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, not all were to have tongues 1 Corinthians 12:28-30. All public display of the gift, if it is given by the Spirit, is for edification, 1 Corinthians 14:5-28, always accompanied by interpretation, 1 Corinthians 14:13; 1 Corinthians 14:23-26; 1 Corinthians 14:28, always under control, 1 Corinthians 14:27. If accompanied by confusion, it is not of the Spirit, 1 Corinthians 14:33-40.