1 Corinthians 14:39

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021

So, my brothers and sisters, strive to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues,

Cross References

1 Corinthians 12:31

But strive for the greater gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way.

1 Corinthians 13:2

And if I have prophetic powers and understand all mysteries and all knowledge and if I have all faith so as to remove mountains but do not have love, I am nothing.

1 Corinthians 14:1

Pursue love and strive for the spiritual gifts and especially that you may prophesy.

1 Corinthians 14:3

But those who prophesy speak to other people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation.

1 Corinthians 14:38

Anyone who does not recognize this is not to be recognized.

1 Corinthians 14:5

Now I would like all of you to speak in tongues but even more to prophesy. One who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless someone interprets, so that the church may be built up.

1 Thessalonians 5:20

Do not despise prophecies,