Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-25
Building Up the Church
Tongues – languages (foreign)
Prophecy – revealed message from God
v. 12 Excel in building up the church
Benefits of Prophecy (God’s Word)
2 Peter 1:2-3
2 Timothy 3:15-17
1. Upbuilding – 2 Cor. 3:18
2. Encouragement – Eph. 4:29
3. Consolation – 2 Cor. 1:4
Sign for Unbelievers
Don’t be immature
Isaiah 28:11-12
Tongues are a sign for unbelievers
No value for believers or the church
Cessation means ending
Take Aways
- Are you using your spiritual gifts to build up, encourage and console others?
- Do you believe these sign gifts are still needed for today?
- Do you look for messages from God outside of the Bible?
- Are you listening to preachers or books that teach you to look for signs?
- Have you trusted Jesus Christ as your Savior?
