The one who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but the one who prophesies edifies the church.
Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers, but for unbelievers. Prophecy, however, is for believers, not for unbeliev
What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or
And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
You may be giving thanks well enough, but the other one is not edified.
But he who prophesies speaks to men for their edification, encouragement, and comfort.
If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have absolute faith so as to mov
It is the same with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, strive to excel in gifts that build up the church.
I wish that all of you could speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than o
So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.