1 Corinthians 14:22

It follows that speaking in other languages is intended as a sign, not for believers but for unbelievers. But prophecy is not for unbelievers but for believers.

Mark 16:17

And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new languages;

1 Corinthians 14:1

Pursue love and desire spiritual gifts, and above all that you may prophesy.

Acts 2:6-12

When this sound occurred, a crowd came together and was confused because each one heard them speaking in his own language.

Acts 2:32-36

“God has resurrected this Jesus. We are all witnesses of this.

1 Timothy 1:9

We know that the law is not meant for a righteous person, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinful, for the unholy and irreverent, for those who kill their fathers and mothers, for murderers,

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Summary

Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to them that believe not: but prophesying serveth not for them that believe not, but for them which believe.

Not to

Bible References

For a

Mark 16:17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new languages;
Acts 2:6
When this sound occurred, a crowd came together and was confused because each one heard them speaking in his own language.

Not to

1 Timothy 1:9
We know that the law is not meant for a righteous person, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinful, for the unholy and irreverent, for those who kill their fathers and mothers, for murderers,

But for

1 Corinthians 14:3
But the person who prophesies speaks to people for edification, encouragement, and consolation.

General references

1 Corinthians 12:7
A demonstration of the Spirit is given to each person to produce what is beneficial:
1 Thessalonians 5:20
Don’t despise prophecies,

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