1Cor 14:1 | MHM | STEP | On Spiritual Gifts In this chapter, Paul continues teaching about spiritual gifts. He urges the Corinthians to value love above all but also explains which gifts are most useful for the church. Paul wants them to seek gifts that help everyone, not just gifts that make the individual feel important. He especially encourages the gift of prophecy, which brings understanding and encouragement to the whole church. v. 1 : Paul says, “Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that you may prophesy” (1 Corinthians 14:1 ). He tells them to make love their greatest goal, but they can also desire spiritual gifts. However, the gift of prophecy—explaining God’s Word—is more valuable than speaking in unknown languages, because it helps others grow in faith.

‏ 1 Corinthians 14:1

On Spiritual Gifts

In this chapter, Paul continues teaching about spiritual gifts. He urges the Corinthians to value love above all but also explains which gifts are most useful for the church. Paul wants them to seek gifts that help everyone, not just gifts that make the individual feel important. He especially encourages the gift of prophecy, which brings understanding and encouragement to the whole church.

v. 1: Paul says, “Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that you may prophesy”(1 Corinthians 14:1 ^a). He tells them to make love their greatest goal, but they can also desire spiritual gifts. However, the gift of prophecy—explaining God’s Word—is more valuable than speaking in unknown languages, because it helps others grow in faith.