1Cor 14:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : He continues, “He that speaks in an unknown tongue edifies himself; but he that prophesies edifies the church” (1 Corinthians 14:4 ). Speaking in tongues may help the speaker feel close to God, but it does not help the church unless others can understand. Prophecy, on the other hand, helps everyone.

‏ 1 Corinthians 14:4

v. 4: He continues, “He that speaks in an unknown tongue edifies himself; but he that prophesies edifies the church”(1 Corinthians 14:4 ^a). Speaking in tongues may help the speaker feel close to God, but it does not help the church unless others can understand. Prophecy, on the other hand, helps everyone.