37 (A)If anyone thinks that he is a prophet, or spiritual, he should acknowledge that the things I am writing to you are a command of the Lord. 38 If anyone does not recognize this, he is not recognized. 39 So, my brothers, (B)earnestly desire to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. 40 (C)But all things should be done decently and (D)in order.

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37 If anyone thinks he is a prophet or spiritual, he should recognize that what I write to you is the Lord’s command. 38 But if anyone ignores this, he will be ignored.[a] 39 Therefore, my brothers, be eager(A) to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in other languages. 40 But everything must be done decently(B) and in order.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Corinthians 14:38 Other mss read he should be ignored