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Channel Zeal for the Church
Commentators agree that Paul is not condemning the Corinthians' enthusiasm for spiritual gifts. Instead, he is redirecting it. Their zeal, which scholars note was strong, should be channeled toward a specific and primary goal: seeking gifts that build up, strengthen, and edify the entire church.
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1 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
18th Century
Theologian
Even so ye. Since you desire spiritual gifts, I urge you to seek to be able to speak in a clear and intelligible manner, so that you may e…
AT Robertson
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
Zealous of spiritual gifts (ζηλωτα πνευματων). Zealots for spirits. So it looked.
That ye may abound (ινα …
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
19th Century
Bishop
Even so ye.—Here follows the practical application of the previous teaching and illustration. The “ye” of [Reference 1 Co…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
Paul’s reference to the “languages in the world” and the “foreigner” substantiates the conclusion that in his discussion of tongues he has in mind …
John Calvin
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
16th Century
Theologian
Since you are in pursuit of spiritual gifts, Paul concludes that the gift of tongues has not been given for the purpose of causing a few t…
John Gill
On 1 Corinthians 14:12
17th Century
Pastor
Even so you, forasmuch as you are zealous of spiritual gifts ,
&c.] Gr. "of spirits"; that is, "of the gifts of the …
Matthew Henry
On 1 Corinthians 14:6–14
17th Century
Minister
Even an apostle could not edify unless he spoke so as to be understood by his hearers. To speak words that have no meaning to those who hear them i…