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NASB | 1 Corinthians 13:1 If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 13:1 ¶ If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love [for others growing out of God's love for me], then I have become only a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal [just an annoying distraction]. |
Bible Question:
Is speaking in tongues for private use at home? I have a book that says, that it's not really for private use and that seems strange to me. I'm reading up on it now but what some help. Thanks |
Bible Answer: Hi 8788, Acts Chapter two shows the evangelistic gift of tongues (called by Paul the tongues of men) which is to speak in a language unknown to yourself yet known to the hearer for the purpose of sharing the gospel. 1 Cor 14 teaches about the prayer gift of tongues (called by Paul the tongues of angels) which is to speak in a language unknown to all for the purposes of prayer and praise to God. I would suggest a study specifically in 1 Cor 14 to answer your question. Love in Christ, Mark |