Series: The Centrality of the Cross: A Study in 1 Corinthians
Passage: 1 Corinthians 14:1-33
Speaker: Daniel Sweet
I. Chapter 12 to Chapter 14 Connection
A. I Corinthians 12:27-31, “earnestly desire the greater gifts”
B. I Corinthians 13, “a still more excellent way…love”
C. I Corinthians 14:1, “pursue love, yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts”
II. Prophesy: The Greater Gift
A. Meaning of Prophesy, I Corinthians 14:3
Using spoken words to strengthen, encourage and comfort others.
B. Reason Prophesying Superior to Speaking in Tongues
1. Prophesying is good of others; Speaking in tongues is only beneficial to the individual
2. Prophesying communicates salvation to unbelievers; Speaking in tongues is useless and even detrimental to unbelievers
3. Prophesying provides clarity; Speaking in tongues creates confusion