Charles Ellicott Commentary 1 Corinthians 14:3

"But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men edification, and exhortation, and consolation." — 1 Corinthians 14:3 (ASV)

Edification, and exhortation, and comfort.—They communed with God by the speaking with tongues; they communed with the brethren by prophecy—building up, stirring up, cheering up, as each required.