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1 Corinthians 14:5-6

5 I would like every one of you to speak in tongues, but I would rather have you prophesy. He who prophesies is greater than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the church may be edified.

6 Now, brothers, if I come to you and speak in tongues, what good will I be to you, unless I bring you some revelation or knowledge or prophecy or word of instruction?

Cross References for 1 Corinthians 14:5-6

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

Numbers 11:29 - But Moses replied, “Are you jealous for my sake? I wish that all the Lord’s people were prophet... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:29 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:29

Genesis 30:34 - “Agreed,” said Laban. “Let it be as you have said.” Click to read the verse Genesis 30:34 Click to read the verse Genesis 30:34

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 13:4 - Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:4 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:4

Numbers 11:28-29 - Joshua son of Nun, who had been Moses’ aide since youth, spoke up and said, “Moses, my lord, st... Click to read the verse Numbers 11:28-29 Click to read the verse Numbers 11:28-29

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 12:10 - to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, t... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:10 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:10

Acts 2:4 - All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit ... Click to read the verse Acts 2:4 Click to read the verse Acts 2:4

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

Mark 16:17 - And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they w... Click to read the verse Mark 16:17 Click to read the verse Mark 16:17

1 Corinthians 13:1 - If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong ... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:1 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 13:1

1 Corinthians 12:28-30 - And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, the... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28-30 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 12:28-30

1 Corinthians 4:19 - But I will come to you very soon, if the Lord is willing, and then I will find out not only how... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:19 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 4:19

1 Corinthians 14:39 - Therefore, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:39 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:39

1 Corinthians 14:12-13 - So it is with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in gifts that buil... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:12-13 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:12-13

1 Corinthians 14:18-40 - I thank God that I speak in tongues more than all of you. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:18-40 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 14:18-40

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