Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way. New Living Translation But be sure that everything is done properly and in order. English Standard Version But all things should be done decently and in order. Berean Standard Bible But everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner. Berean Literal Bible But let all things be done properly and with order. King James Bible Let all things be done decently and in order. New King James Version Let all things be done decently and in order. New American Standard Bible But all things must be done properly and in an orderly way. NASB 1995 But all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner. NASB 1977 But let all things be done properly and in an orderly manner. Legacy Standard Bible But all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner. Amplified Bible But all things must be done appropriately and in an orderly manner. Christian Standard Bible But everything is to be done decently and in order. Holman Christian Standard Bible But everything must be done decently and in order. American Standard Version But let all things be done decently and in order. Contemporary English Version But do everything properly and in order. English Revised Version But let all things be done decently and in order. GOD'S WORD® Translation Everything must be done in a proper and orderly way. Good News Translation Everything must be done in a proper and orderly way. International Standard Version But everything must be done in a proper and orderly way. Majority Standard Bible But everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner. NET Bible And do everything in a decent and orderly manner. New Heart English Bible Let all things be done decently and in order. Webster's Bible Translation Let all things be done decently, and in order. Weymouth New Testament only let everything be done in a becoming and orderly manner. World English Bible Let all things be done decently and in order. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionlet all things be done decently and in order. Berean Literal Bible But let all things be done properly and with order. Young's Literal Translation let all things be done decently and in order. Smith's Literal Translation Let all things be becomingly and according to order. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut let all things be done decently, and according to order. Catholic Public Domain Version But let everything be done respectfully and according to proper order. New American Bible but everything must be done properly and in order. New Revised Standard Version but all things should be done decently and in order. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet all things be done decently and in order. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But let everything be done with decorum and with order. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentLet all things be done with propriety, and in good order. Godbey New Testament but let all things be done decently and in order. Haweis New Testament Let all things be done with propriety, and orderly. Mace New Testament let all things be done with decency, and without disorder. Weymouth New Testament only let everything be done in a becoming and orderly manner. Worrell New Testament But let all things be done decently and in order. Worsley New Testament but let all things be done decently and in order. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Orderly Worship…39So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. 40But everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner. Cross References Colossians 2:5 For although I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit, and I delight to see your orderly condition and firm faith in Christ. Titus 1:5 The reason I left you in Crete was that you would set in order what was unfinished and appoint elders in every town, as I directed you. 1 Corinthians 11:34 If anyone is hungry, he should eat at home, so that when you come together it will not result in judgment. And when I come, I will give instructions about the remaining matters. 1 Corinthians 14:33 For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints. 1 Timothy 3:15 in case I am delayed, so that you will know how each one must conduct himself in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth. 1 Peter 4:11 If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen. Romans 12:17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody. Philippians 1:27 Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel, 2 Thessalonians 3:6 Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone. Ephesians 4:12 to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ, 1 Timothy 2:2 for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity. James 3:17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. 1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. Romans 13:13 Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Treasury of Scripture Let all things be done decently and in order. 1 Corinthians 14:26-33 How is it then, brethren? when ye come together, every one of you hath a psalm, hath a doctrine, hath a tongue, hath a revelation, hath an interpretation. Let all things be done unto edifying… 1 Corinthians 11:34 And if any man hunger, let him eat at home; that ye come not together unto condemnation. And the rest will I set in order when I come. Romans 13:13 Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. Jump to Previous Decently Fitting Manner Order Ordered Orderly Properly Right WayJump to Next Decently Fitting Manner Order Ordered Orderly Properly Right Way1 Corinthians 14 1. Prophecy is commended,2. and preferred before speaking in tongues, 6. by a comparison drawn from musical instruments. 12. Both must be referred to edification, 22. as to their true and proper end. 26. The true use of each is taught, 27. and the abuse rebuked. 34. Women in the churches. But everything The word "everything" in this context refers to all activities within the church, particularly those related to worship and the exercise of spiritual gifts. The Greek word used here is "πάντα" (panta), which emphasizes inclusivity and totality. Paul is addressing the Corinthian church, which was experiencing disorder during worship services. This phrase underscores the importance of ensuring that all aspects of church life, from teaching to prophecy, are conducted with consideration and respect for the community. must be done in a proper and orderly manner Verse 40. - Let all things. The "but" of the original should not be omitted. It is a final caution against the abuse of the permission accorded in the last clause. Decently; that is, "with decorum." Thus Milton uses the term — "... and held |