1 Corinthians 14:39

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

My friends, be eager to prophesy and don't stop anyone from speaking languages that others don't know.

Cross References

1 Corinthians 12:31

I want you to desire the best gifts. So I will show you a much better way.

1 Corinthians 13:2

What if I could prophesy and understand all secrets and all knowledge? And what if I had faith that moved mountains? I would be nothing, unless I loved others.

1 Corinthians 14:1

Love should be your guide. Be eager to have the gifts that come from the Holy Spirit, especially the gift of prophecy.

1 Corinthians 14:3

But when you prophesy, you will be understood, and others will be helped. They will be encouraged and made to feel better.

1 Corinthians 14:38

So don't pay attention to anyone who ignores what I am writing.

1 Corinthians 14:5

I am glad for you to speak unknown languages, although I would rather you prophesied. In fact, prophesying does much more good than speaking unknown languages, unless someone can help the church by explaining what you mean.

1 Thessalonians 5:20

or ignore prophecies.