New Testament in a Year

1 Corinthians 14:1-17
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First Corinthians chapter 14 is an interesting chapter.  I personally have not spoken in tongues – nor heard it as far as I know.  But, I do know many people that have both spoken in tongues and heard it and have heard interpretations.  I do think Paul makes it clear in this chapter that both speaking in tongues and prophecy are gifts.  I do think we do well to pay attention to Paul’s conclusion to today’s readings in verses 15 through 17: “Well then, what shall I do? I will do both. I will pray in the spirit, and I will pray in words I understand. I will sing in the spirit, and I will sing in words I understand. For if you praise God only in the spirit, how can those who don’t understand you praise God along with you? How can they join you in giving thanks when they don’t understand what you are saying? You will be giving thanks very nicely, no doubt, but it doesn’t help the other people present.”  Bible.org’s commentary on speaking in tongues is at this link.

Bible.org’s commentary on today’s readings in First Corinthians titled “The Measure of a Gift” is at this link.

Worship Video:  Today’s readings reminded me of Matt Redman’s “Blessed Be Your Name:”

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Comments from You & Questions of the Day:  Based on our readings in First Corinthians chapter 14 today, I’m wondering if anyone has experiences with speaking in tongues that you’d be willing to share in the Comments section below?  Feel free to post up anonymously without using your name or email if you’d like.  Maybe you’ve experienced tongues yourself or have heard others speaking in tongues?  I definitely don’t want to create any debates with this question.  I’m just genuinely interested in hearing others thoughts or experiences regarding speaking in tongues?  Thanks.  Also, what verses or insights stand out to you in today’s readings?  Please post up by clicking on the “Comments” link below!

God bless,
Mike

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