1 Corinthians 14 verses 1 to 12 teaches the church to pursue love while earnestly desiring spiritual gifts, with prophecy prioritized because it strengthens the whole body through clear, understandable words. Paul explains that speaking in tongues without interpretation benefits the speaker, but does not build the church, because the hearers cannot understand the message. He uses everyday examples to make the point: a flute, harp, or trumpet must give distinct notes, and a battle trumpet must sound clearly, or no one will know how to respond. In the same way, believers must speak with clarity so the church can be instructed, encouraged, and equipped. The goal is not impressive speech, but edification, words that people can understand so the body grows stronger.
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