1. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n One way to test value is to see how long something will last!

2. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n One way to test value is to see how long something will last! n Would you buy a car for a good price if you knew it would last only one month?

3. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n One way to test value is to see how long something will last! n Would you buy a car for a good price if you knew it would last only one month? n We must be thinking about things that will last an eternity!

4. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n One way to test value is to see how long something will last! n Would you buy a car for a good price if you knew it would last only one month? n We must be thinking about things that will last an eternity! n This is Paul’s argument about spiritual gifts verses love. (1 Cor 13:8-13)

5. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n 1 Corinthians 13:8-13 (NKJV) - Love never fails. But whether there are prophecies, they will fail; whether there are tongues, they will cease; whether there is knowledge, it will vanish away. 9 For we know in part and we prophesy in part. 10 But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away.

6. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n 11 When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. 12 For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known. 13 And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

7. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n There are some points to remember from chapter 13.

8. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n There are some points to remember from chapter 13. n While only 3 spiritual gifts are named, these three represent the whole. (1 Cor 12:8-10)

9. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n There are some points to remember from chapter 13. n While only 3 spiritual gifts are named, these three represent the whole. (1 Cor 12:8-10) n In speech this is called an ellipsis.

10. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n 1 Corinthians 12:8-10 (NKJV) - for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, 9 to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, 10 to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues.

11. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is “perfect” replaces the “partial.”

12. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is “perfect” replaces the “partial.” n Manhood replaces childhood

13. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is “perfect” replaces the “partial.” n Manhood replaces childhood n Clarity replaces dimness

14. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is “perfect” replaces the “partial.” n Manhood replaces childhood n Clarity replaces dimness n That which is perfect is the word of God. (Jas 1:25)

15. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n James 1:25 (NKJV) - But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.

16. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n The second coming of Christ could not be “that which is perfect”. (13:10)

17. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n The second coming of Christ could not be “that which is perfect”. (13:10) n Hope will end here, it will not abide. (Rom 8:24)

18. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n Romans 8:24 (NKJV) - For we were saved in this hope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does one still hope for what he sees?

19. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n Faith will end here, it is now sight. (2 Cor 4:5)

20. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n 2 Corinthians 4:5 (NKJV) - For we do not preach ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord, and ourselves your bondservants for Jesus’ sake.

21. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is perfect will come before the second coming of Christ.

22. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n That which is perfect will come before the second coming of Christ. n The Corinthians needed to know how to properly conduct an assembly.

23. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n They already had problems regarding a common meal. (1 Cor 11:17-34)

24. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n They already had problems regarding a common meal. (1 Cor 11:17-34)

25. Paul has attempted to get the Corinthians to see what is really valuable. n They already had problems regarding a common meal. (1 Cor 11:17-34) n Their main problem was they failed to value things that are spiritual. Why did they place such a value upon tongues?

26. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n 1 Corinthians 14:1-5 (NKJV) - Pursue love, and desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. 2 For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God, for no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries. 3 But he who prophesies speaks edification and exhortation and comfort to men.

27. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n 4 He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself, but he who prophesies edifies the church. 5 I wish you all spoke with tongues, but even more that you prophesied; for he who prophesies is greater than he who speaks with tongues, unless indeed he interprets, that the church may receive edification.

28. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n Which has a greater value: tongues or prophecy?

29. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n All coveting is not wrong! Let our will line up with God’s will.

30. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n All coveting is not wrong! Let our will line up with God’s will. n Upon what basis do we determine what is important?

31. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n All coveting is not wrong! Let our will line up with God’s will. n Upon what basis do we determine what is important? n I often ask myself the question: “Are people understanding what I am teaching?”

32. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n All coveting is not wrong! Let our will line up with God’s will. n Upon what basis do we determine what is important? n I often ask myself the question: “Are people understanding what I am teaching?” n When we see ourselves as giving rather than receiving we will do a greater work in the Lord’s church. (Luke 22:26-27)

33. What do the things we do accomplish in our assembly? (14:1-5) n Luke 22:26-27 (NKJV) - But not so among you; on the contrary, he who is greatest among you, let him be as the younger, and he who governs as he who serves. 27 For who is greater, he who sits at the table, or he who serves? Is it not he who sits at the table? Yet I am among you as the One who serves.

34. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Tongue must be for “profit” not for personal pleasure. (14:6)

35. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:6 - But now, brethren, if I come to you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you unless I speak to you either by revelation, by knowledge, by prophesying, or by teaching?

36. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n How does one know?

37. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n The bottom line is what are the hearers learning. Do we think like this?

38. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n The bottom line is what are the hearers learning. Do we think like this? n God wants clarity in our teaching. (14:7-8)

39. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:7-8 - Even things without life, whether flute or harp, when they make a sound, unless they make a distinction in the sounds, how will it be known what is piped or played? 8 For if the trumpet makes an uncertain sound, who will prepare for battle?

40. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Laws of music - cadence, modulation, and harmony - It is clear!

41. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Laws of music - cadence, modulation, and harmony - It is clear! n When an army is warned to fight no doubt should be present.

42. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Laws of music - cadence, modulation, and harmony - It is clear! n When an army is warned to fight no doubt should be present. n Good lesson for the kind of teaching that “profits.” Ex. Bill Hall: Exclamation or question mark?

43. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Laws of music - cadence, modulation, and harmony - It is clear! n When an army is warned to fight no doubt should be present. n Good lesson for the kind of teaching that “profits.” Ex. Bill Hall: Exclamation or question mark? n We must think of others in our service to God.

44. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n What if others do not understand? (14:9)

45. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:9 - So likewise you, unless you utter by the tongue words easy to understand, how will it be known what is spoken? For you will be speaking into the air.

46. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n While every tongue has a meaning, not everyone would understand. (14:10-12)

47. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:10-12 - There are, it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none of them is without significance. 11Therefore, if I do not know the meaning of the language, I shall be a foreigner to him who speaks, and he who speaks will be a foreigner to me. 12 Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it be for the edification of the church that you seek to excel.

48. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n How could one come to service and enjoy not understanding?

49. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n How could one come to service and enjoy not understanding? n Misplaced zeal can cause us not to think! (14:12; Rom 10:1-3)

50. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:12 - Even so you, since you are zealous for spiritual gifts, let it be for the edification of the church that you seek to excel.

51. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Romans 10:1-3 (NKJV) - Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is that they may be saved. 2 For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. 3 For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and seeking to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted to the righteousness of God.

52. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Both the speaker and the hearer need to understand. (14:13-20)

53. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:13-20 - Therefore let him who speaks in a tongue pray that he may interpret. 14For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my understanding is unfruitful. 15What is the conclusion then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with the understanding. I will sing with the spirit, and I will also sing with the understanding.

54. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 16 Otherwise, if you bless with the spirit, how will he who occupies the place of the uninformed say “Amen” at your giving of thanks, since he does not understand what you say? 17 For you indeed give thanks well, but the other is not edified. 18 I thank my God I speak with tongues more than you all;

55. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 19 yet in the church I would rather speak five words with my understanding, that I may teach others also, than ten thousand words in a tongue. 20 Brethren, do not be children in understanding; however, in malice be babes, but in understanding be mature.

56. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n When the one with the gift of tongues has the right priorities he then will pray for what is best. Do you pray like this?

57. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n These principles are not unique to spiritual gifts. Singing along with any activity we do in an assembly should have the edification of others as a priority.

58. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n These principles are not unique to spiritual gifts. Singing along with any activity we do in an assembly should have the edification of others as a priority. n We learn when a prayer is led that the others are to hear with understanding.

59. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n These principles are not unique to spiritual gifts. Singing along with any activity we do in an assembly should have the edification of others as a priority. n We learn when a prayer is led that the others are to hear with understanding. n We also learn that an appropriate way to express approval is “amen.”

60. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n These principles are not unique to spiritual gifts. Singing along with any activity we do in an assembly should have the edification of others as a priority. n We learn when a prayer is led that the others are to hear with understanding. n We also learn that an appropriate way to express approval is “amen.” n Where does God place the value?

61. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Paul leaves no doubt concerning what accomplishes the will of God. (14:18-19)

62. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:18-19 - I thank my God I speak with tongues more than you all; 19 yet in the church I would rather speak five words with my understanding, that I may teach others also, than ten thousand words in a tongue.

63. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n We must choose what we will excel in. Notice the two choices:

64. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Understanding – How do you show this priority?

65. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Understanding – How do you show this priority? n Malice - kakia - malice 6, maliciousness 2, evil 1, wickedness 1, naughtiness 1;1) malignity, malice, ill-will, desire to injure 2) wickedness, depravity 2a) wickedness that is not ashamed to break laws.

66. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Understanding – How do you show this priority? n. Malice - kakia - malice 6, maliciousness 2, evil 1, wickedness 1, naughtiness 1;1) malignity, malice, ill-will, desire to injure 2) wickedness, depravity 2a) wickedness that is not ashamed to break laws. n The key to our choice? Maturity. (NASV)

67. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n How God uses these gifts towards unbelievers. (14:22-25)

68. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 1 Corinthians 14:22-25 - Therefore tongues are for a sign, not to those who believe but to unbelievers; but prophesying is not for unbelievers but for those who believe. 23 Therefore if the whole church comes together in one place, and all speak with tongues, and there come in those who are uninformed or unbelievers, will they not say that you are out of your mind?

69. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 24 But if all prophesy, and an unbeliever or an uninformed person comes in, he is convinced by all, he is convicted by all. 25 And thus the secrets of his heart are revealed; and so, falling down on his face, he will worship God and report that God is truly among you.

70. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Tongues are a sign without meaning if used alone. (Isa 28:11-13)

71. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Isaiah 28:11-13 (NKJV) - For with stammering lips and another tongue He will speak to this people, 12 To whom He said, “This is the rest with which You may cause the weary to rest,” And, “This is the refreshing”; Yet they would not hear.

72. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n 13 But the word of the Lord was to them, “Precept upon precept, precept upon precept, Line upon line, line upon line, Here a little, there a little,” That they might go and fall backward, and be broken And snared and caught.

73. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Prophecy will give the unbeliever what he needs…teaching!

74. When are tongues profitable to the church? (14:6-25) n Prophecy will give the unbeliever what he needs…teaching! n Our teaching must allow the hearer to have the “secrets of his heart” revealed.

75. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 14:26-32 (NKJV) - How is it then, brethren? Whenever you come together, each of you has a psalm, has a teaching, has a tongue, has a revelation, has an interpretation. Let all things be done for edification. 27 If anyone speaks in a tongue, let there be two or at the most three, each in turn, and let one interpret.

76. Regulations for an assembly n 28 But if there is no interpreter, let him keep silent in church, and let him speak to himself and to God. 29 Let two or three prophets speak, and let the others judge. 30 But if anything is revealed to another who sits by, let the first keep silent. 31 For you can all prophesy one by one, that all may learn and all may be encouraged. 32 And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets.

77. Regulations for an assembly n The bottom line is “edification.” (14:26)

78. Regulations for an assembly n The bottom line is “edification.” (14:26) n Only 2 or 3 to speak in a tongue and there must be an interpreter. (14:27-28)

79. Regulations for an assembly n The bottom line is “edification.” (14:26) n Only 2 or 3 to speak in a tongue and there must be an interpreter. (14:27-28) n Only 2 to 3 prophets are to speak and other to judge.

80. Regulations for an assembly n The bottom line is “edification.” (14:26) n Only 2 or 3 to speak in a tongue and there must be an interpreter. (14:27-28) n Only 2 to 3 prophets are to speak and other to judge. n There would be only one speaker at a time. (14:29-31)

81. Regulations for an assembly n The bottom line is “edification.” (14:26) n Only 2 or 3 to speak in a tongue and there must be an interpreter. (14:27-28) n Only 2 to 3 prophets are to speak and other to judge. n There would be only one speaker at a time. (14:29-31) n God gives the gifts but men could control their spirits and thus when they spoke!

82. Regulations for an assembly n Women are forbidden to address the assembly. (14:33-35)

83. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 14:33-35 (NKJV) - For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. 34 Let your women keep silent in the churches, for they are not permitted to speak; but they are to be submissive, as the law also says. 35 And if they want to learn something, let them ask their own husbands at home; for it is shameful for women to speak in church.

84. Regulations for an assembly n Silence - hold (one's) peace 4, keep silence 3, keep close 1, keep secret 1; 9 1) to keep silence, hold one's peace 2) to be kept in silence, be concealed.

85. Regulations for an assembly n Silence - hold (one's) peace 4, keep silence 3, keep close 1, keep secret 1; 9 1) to keep silence, hold one's peace 2) to be kept in silence, be concealed. n Women as well as some men were not to address the assembly! (14:28, 30)

86. Regulations for an assembly n Silence - hold (one's) peace 4, keep silence 3, keep close 1, keep secret 1; 9 1) to keep silence, hold one's peace 2) to be kept in silence, be concealed. n Women as well as some men were not to address the assembly! (14:28, 30) n The issue of role and submission is raised again here. (1 Cor 11:2-5; 1 Tim 2:8-14)

87. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 11:2-5 (NKJV) - Now I praise you, brethren, that you remember me in all things and keep the traditions just as I delivered them to you. 3 But I want you to know that the head of every man is Christ, the head of woman is man, and the head of Christ is God. 4 Every man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonors his head.

88. Regulations for an assembly n 5 But every woman who prays or prophesies with her head uncovered dishonors her head, for that is one and the same as if her head were shaved.

89. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Timothy 2:8-14 (NKJV) - I desire therefore that the men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting; 9 in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, 10 but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

90. Regulations for an assembly n 11 Let a woman learn in silence with all submission. 12 And I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man, but to be in silence. 13 For Adam was formed first, then Eve. 14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression.

91. Regulations for an assembly n We can obey or be willingly ignorant. (14:36-38)

92. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 14:36-38 (NKJV) - Or did the word of God come originally from you? Or was it you only that it reached? 37 If anyone thinks himself to be a prophet or spiritual, let him acknowledge that the things which I write to you are the commandments of the Lord. 38 But if anyone is ignorant, let him be ignorant.

93. Regulations for an assembly n There is no room for discussion here! (1 Cor 11:16)

94. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 11:16 (NKJV) - But if anyone seems to be contentious, we have no such custom, nor do the churches of God.

95. Regulations for an assembly n Some questions to consider:

96. Regulations for an assembly n Some questions to consider: n Is this an issue unique to spiritual gifts?

97. Regulations for an assembly n Some questions to consider: n Is this an issue unique to spiritual gifts? n Is this an issue unique to the Corinthians?

98. Regulations for an assembly n Is this a social custom applicable only under special circumstances?

99. Regulations for an assembly n Is this a social custom applicable only under special circumstances? n May women speak if men give them permission to?

100. Regulations for an assembly n Is this a social custom applicable only under special circumstances? n May women speak if men give them permission to? n What about Bible classes?

101. Regulations for an assembly n Is this a social custom applicable only under special circumstances? n May women speak if men give them permission to? n What about Bible classes? n God wants an orderly assembly that will build up those who attend. (14:39-40)

102. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 14:39-40 (NKJV) - Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and do not forbid to speak with tongues. 40 Let all things be done decently and in order.

103. Regulations for an assembly n 1 Corinthians 14:39-40 (NKJV) - Therefore, brethren, desire earnestly to prophesy, and do not forbid to speak with tongues. 40 Let all things be done decently and in order. n Are there things we could do to improve our assemblies?