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The Power of Plain Preaching
Commentators stress that Paul's primary point is the practical power of understandable prophecy (preaching). Unlike speaking in tongues, which would confuse a visitor, the clear and plain teaching of God's truth has a unique ability to awaken the conscience and touch the heart of an unbeliever, making the gospel effective for those who are seeking.
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1 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
18th Century
Theologian
But if all prophesy. (See Barnes on 1 Corinthians 14:1).
This means if all, in proper order and time, utter the truths …
AT Robertson
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
He is reproved by all (ελεγχετα υπο παντων). Old word for strong proof, is undergoing conviction.
Is judged
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
19th Century
Bishop
But if all prophesy.—There is no danger of exaggeration regarding this gift. Each one uttering prophecy, telling forth th…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
In this section Paul first calls on the Corinthians to think maturely, as “adults” (GK 5455) in Christ, rather than be controlled by evil motives i…
John Calvin
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
16th Century
Theologian
But if all prophesy—as he had previously shown them how much more advantageous prophecy is to those that are of the household of faith…
John Gill
On 1 Corinthians 14:24
17th Century
Pastor
But if all prophecy
That is, all that speak publicly in the church, not together, but in their order, one after anot…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Corinthians 14:15–25
17th Century
Minister
There can be no agreement with prayers that are not understood. A truly Christian minister will seek much more to do spiritual good to people's sou…