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1 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | catmandel | 212316 | ||
Many people in my church speak in tongues- I have read about speaking in tongues, but don't really understand why I should want to and also why some feel that you have not been baptized in the Holy Spirit if you cannot speak in tongues. I have been told to pray for this gift, but it would be disingenuous to pray for something when I don't know why I want it. I have prayed for God to help me understand it better, but still I am confused. I wonder if I am not really reborn if I can't speak in tongues and am not sure I want to. | ||||||
2 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | Cody Mac | 212353 | ||
Speaking in tongues is one of those things that churchs argue about and I dont understand why when the Bible is very clear on what speaking in tongues is. I want to make sure you understand what the Scripture says speaking in tongues is. The first instance we have of speaking in tongues is in Acts chapter 2. The word you will find in the greek in the place of tongues is glossa and it can mean the tongue, the body part that is or a dialect or language used by a people distinct from that of other languages. The most we see his word used in a way to promote a spiritual gift or miracle from God is in 1 Corinthians. However the most supporting of what tongues is, is in Acts 2. Act 2:4 And they were all filled of the Holy Spirit, and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Act 2:5 And dwelling at Jerusalem there were Jews, devout men out of every nation under heaven. Act 2:6 But this sound occurring, the multitude came together and were confounded, because they each heard them speaking in his own dialect. Act 2:7 And they were all amazed and marveled, saying to one another, Behold, are not these who speak all Galileans? Act 2:8 And how do we each hear in our own dialect in which we were born? Act 2:9 Parthians, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in Mesopotamia, and in Judea, and Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Asia, Act 2:10 Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in the parts of Libya around Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, Jews and proselytes, Act 2:11 Cretans and Arabians, we hear them speaking the great things of God in our own languages. From this we know that the gift of speaking in tongues as described in the Bible is something that happen when a person is speaking to a group of people of a different language and is under the influence of the Spirit and from this influence each person that they speak to no matter their nationality will hear what they have to say in his or her own language when the speaker has no prior knowledge of the language that they are being heard in. So can you speak in tongues? What does the Bible say about people speaking in tongues today? Mar 16:17 And miraculous signs will follow to those believing these things: in My name they will cast out demons; they will speak new tongues; Jesus said that speaking in tongues will be a sign of his power from those people who believe and do miraculous acts in his name. So how can you be sure that if someone who is claiming to speak in tongues is speaking in a language different than what they speak in. Well look at the congregation, would there be a reason for them to need to speak in another language, is there someone of a different language there? If not then be careful of that church. Also look at the 14th chapter of 1st Corinthian. No doubt speaking in tongues would be a most astounding gift but Paul says that it is a greater gift to have the gift of prophesy. Paul says it is a greater gift to speak in a plain and clear language and to prophesy to win souls and build up the church than to speak in different languages. Dont let this thing about tongues get you hung up if you dont get the gift. There are more important and greater things and it may not be what God has in store for you and trust me if he doesnt and give you another gift you will lead more people to him than if you were speaking in tongues because whatever he gives to you it will be for you specifically. |
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3 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | flyman172 | 212355 | ||
God Bless, Cody Mac, I couldn't help but submit this for your thoughts. Since I have been reading thoroughly through the Gospels, I'm sure I know why there are many churches who believe that speaking in tongues is a sign of being saved. In Jesus' own words "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people and they will get well." Mark 16:16-18. Jesus Promised: "He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father." John 14:12 Many churches say the obvious is the conclusion...If one cannot do these things, such as speak in tongues, then he cannot be a true believer. Those who get baptized and proclaim to be believers, but fail to speak in tongues, are not sincere enough to claim what Jesus has promised. Whether this perception is true or not, how can you argue with the words of Jesus? In John 14:24, "He who does not love Me does not keep My words; and the word which you hear is not Mine but the Fathers who sent me." As I have discovered and listed in my other posts about giving alms, there are many statements made by God through His son, Jesus Christ, that we Christians do not believe. For example, in Mark 10:29-30, Jesus said that anyone who gives up everything he owns for the sake of the gospel will receive a hundred times more than what he gave up, now in this time and in the world to come. Luke 14:33, "So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be my disciple." The sad truth is we don't believe in His words completely, do we? Maybe that is why we cannot enjoy the promises made by Jesus. In God we trust! flyman |
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4 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | Cody Mac | 212357 | ||
Errr. What, I dont understand why you posted this. If you do not speak in tongues it doesnt mean you are not saved but one must be saved to do it. There are thousands of christians out there that are not able to be directly involved with ministering to the world where a gift of speaking in tongues would be needed and it does not mean they are not saved. Do I believe in his promises, yes with my whole heart. Do I have that gift, honestly I dont know. I have never been in a situation where it would be needed, I have never addressed such a diverse crowd it would be needed. I am going to Africa in six months so I will see I guess. | ||||||
5 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | flyman172 | 212358 | ||
Hi Cody Mac, One of the previous posts said something to the fact that speaking in tongues was not biblical. I just wanted to point out Mark 16:16-18, "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs (speaking new languages) will accompany those who believe...;" Before judgment is passed on those churches that speak in tongues, maybe a closer examination of what the Jesus actually says should be done. Maybe you will find out the truth when you visit Africa. flyman |
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6 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | BradK | 212369 | ||
Hello flyman, How would you deal with 1 Cor 12:30, then? "All do not have gifts of healings, do they? All do not speak with tongues, do they? All do not interpret, do they?" (NASB) The focal point of this is 12:31,..."yet, I show you a more excellent way". Love then begins the theme of chaper 13! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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7 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | flyman172 | 212370 | ||
Hello BradK and AZURE, As you probably have surmised by now I examine everything from a logical point of view. Azure has presented 1 Cor 12:1-11, where basically Paul reveals that the Holy Spirit distributes the gifts variously to each individually, just as He wills. Brad has asked how would I deal with 1 Cor 12:30, where Paul reemphasizes that not all will have every gift. The context of Paul's message from a logical standpoint is, for those who believe, one will be given the gifts of healing (v-9), to another miraculous powers, the gifts of prophecy, distinguishing between spirits and speaking in tongues (v-10), all according the the will of God. In connecting these passages to what Jesus spoke in Mark 16:16-18, it would appear that Paul is contradicting Jesus. Jesus, who made it clear that His words are not His but the Father's in heaven, proclaimed those who BELIEVE and are baptised will be saved and they will be able to cast out devils, speak with new tongues, take up serpents, drink poisons and not be hurt, and heal the sick. Jesus made no qualifying statement that some will and some won't, He said these are the signs that will accompany those who believe. Now if there is a contradiction who do you think is overruled? Jesus Christ, Son of God, or Paul, once known as Saul of Tarsus? In defense of the churches who believe that speaking tongues is a sign of being saved, how can anyone say they are wrong? The point I am trying to make is, are we as Christians true believers? Jesus says all who believe and are baptized will be blessed with wonderous works, but Paul says only some will receive the gifts of healing, effecting miracles, distinguishing spirits and speaking in tongues. Worst case scenario, whether you believe Jesus or Paul, there should be baptized believers SOMEWHERE performing these wonderous gifts. Are we just Christians in name only? Are we just Christians blowing smoke? Why do we ignore John 14:24, "He who does not love Me does not keep my words..." Why are we not accepting these words of Jesus? Here are some ignored by most of us, if not all: Matthew 5:38-44 - Resist no evil, turn the other cheek, if a man sues you, give him more, go the extra mile, if someone wants to borrow from you do not turn him away, love your enemies, bless them, do good to them and pray for them that persecute you. Matt 19:21, Luke 12:33, 18:22 - Jesus said that in order to inherit eternal life, you must sell everything you have, give to the poor then follow him. Mark 10:29-30, - Jesus said that anyone who gives up everything he owns for the sake of the gospel will receive a hundred times more than what he gave up, now in this time and in the world to come. Luke 6:30 - If a man steals from you don't expect it back. Luke 14:26 - To be a disciple of Christ you must hate your family, even your own life. Luke 14:33 - He said whoever does not give up all that he owns cannot be his disciple. It seems that we are obsessed with trying to rationalize away the obvious meanings claiming context, context and then context. Where is our faith that only needs to be as much as a fraction the size of a mustard seed? There are stories of faith that proove God is there for us but we still don't fully believe. God commanding Abraham to sacrifice his son Issac. Shadrach, Mishach and Abendego could easily have made an excuse, rationalized away their beliefs and avoided the fiery furnace. Job could have easily taken the easy way out and skipped all that misery and suffering. They didn't waiver, they believed and God fulfilled His promise and rewarded their faith. Remaining on the topic of this tread, it is easy to see why their is virtually no evidence of true believers. God Bless us all, flyman |
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8 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | flyman172 | 212371 | ||
When Jesus arrived on the scene the establishment refused to believe that He was the Son of God. Why, because of their erroneous interpretation of the scriptures. When Copernicus and Galileo promoted the theory of a round earth the establishment refused to believe it so. Why, because of their erroneous interpretation of the scriptures. When professed Christians fail to experience the signs of believers and the gifts of the spirit, could it be that they possess an erroneous interpretation of the scriptures? flyman |
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9 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | flinkywood | 212374 | ||
Tough news for Helen Keller. | ||||||