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How should speaking in tongues be practiced within the church?

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Speaking in tongues should be practiced orderly and with interpretation, ensuring that the congregation is edified.

In 1 Corinthians 14, Paul instructs that if someone speaks in tongues during worship, it should be done in a structured manner, ideally with an interpreter available. The goal is to ensure that the entire congregation benefits from the message being communicated. Paul emphasizes that without understanding, the congregation cannot be edified. This represents a broader principle: whatever spiritual gift is exercised in the church, it must contribute to the common good and reflect the character of God, whose communication is clear and purposeful. Thus, the use of tongues—and all spiritual gifts—should be driven by love and the desire to serve the church effectively.
Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 14:27-28, 1 Corinthians 14:12

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