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How do we know that the gift of tongues is still relevant today?

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The relevance of the gift of tongues today is debated among Christians, with some viewing it as a sign gift that ceased with the apostolic age.

The gift of tongues is considered a sign gift that was primarily intended for a specific time in the early church to authenticate the apostles' message and to signify the inclusion of Gentiles into the faith, as seen in Acts. Some theologians argue that these gifts ceased with the establishment of the New Testament canon, pointing to the lack of emphasis on tongues outside of the Corinthian church. The apostle Paul regulates the use of such gifts, emphasizing their purpose in edification and necessity for interpretations. Therefore, in a contemporary context, many Reformed theologians view the gift of tongues as not normative for the church today, thus suggesting it is no longer expected or required for believers. However, this does not negate the fact that the Holy Spirit continues to work among believers in various ways.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 13-14, Acts 10, Mark 16

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