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NASB | 1 Corinthians 14:25 the secrets of his heart are disclosed; and so he will fall on his face and worship God, declaring that God is certainly among you. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 14:25 the secrets of his heart are laid bare. And so, falling on his face, he will worship God, declaring that God is really among you. |
Bible Question:
I have a question on 1 Corinthians 14:22-25. Basically, tongues can be both for believers (when translated properly) and unbelievers (as a sign that God is with them). Also, prophecy is for believers and also for unbelievers (v. 24). But why does it say in v. 22 then that tongues are not a sign for believers and prophecy is not for unbelievers? It seems to be unnecessary for him to say that since it is useful for both in the right way. Am I missing something? |
Bible Answer: Hi johnclin, Welcome to the forum. You wrote that tongues was "(a sign that God is with them)." Actually, however, verse 24 says that if all prophecy then people are convicted, called to account, disclose their hearts secrets, and worship God. It is when the whole church "prophesies" that the unbeliever or the unversed in spiritual gifts recognizes that God is with them. Tongues are good for believers and unbelievers because the word of God is spoken. When the word is revealed, interpreted, and taught, then the things are done for edification and you have a good outcome. From the heart, Ray |