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1 Corinthians 14:12-13

12 So it is with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in gifts that build up the church.

13 For this reason anyone who speaks in a tongue should pray that he may interpret what he says.

Cross References for 1 Corinthians 14:12-13

Acts 9:31 - Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace. It was strengthe... Click to read the verse Acts 9:31 Click to read the verse Acts 9:31

1 Corinthians 10:23 - The Believer’s Freedom “Everything is permissible”—but not everything is beneficial. “Everythin... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 10:23 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 10:23

1 Corinthians 14:4 - He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:4 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:4

Titus 2:14 - who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people tha... Click to read the verse Titus 2:14 Click to read the verse Titus 2:14

1 Corinthians 12:7 - Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:7

1 Corinthians 14:1 - Gifts of Prophecy and Tongues Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especi... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:1 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:1

1 Corinthians 14:3 - But everyone who prophesies speaks to men for their strengthening, encouragement and comfort. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:3 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:3

1 Corinthians 12:31 - But eagerly desire the greater gifts. Love And now I will show you the most excellent way. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:31 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:31

Proverbs 18:2 - A fool finds no pleasure in understanding but delights in airing his own opinions. Click to read the verse Proverbs 18:2 Click to read the verse Proverbs 18:2

1 Thessalonians 5:11 - Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Ephesians 4:12 - to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:12 Click to read the verse Ephesians 4:12

1 Corinthians 14:26 - Orderly Worship What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a hymn, ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:26 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:26

2 Corinthians 8:7 - But just as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness ... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:7 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:7

1 Corinthians 14:3-4 - But everyone who prophesies speaks to men for their strengthening, encouragement and comfort. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:3-4 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:3-4