1 Corinthians 14:21
It is written in the Law: "By strange tongues and foreign lips I will speak to this people, but even then they will not listen to Me, says the Lord."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 14:21?

2. How does 1 Corinthians 14:21 relate to the use of spiritual gifts today?

3. What does "foreign tongues" in 1 Corinthians 14:21 teach about God's communication?

4. How does Isaiah 28:11-12 connect to 1 Corinthians 14:21's message?

5. How can we discern God's voice amidst "foreign tongues" in our lives?

6. What role does prophecy play compared to tongues in church edification today?

7. What does 1 Corinthians 14:21 reveal about God's communication through foreign languages and tongues?

8. How does 1 Corinthians 14:21 relate to the prophecy in Isaiah?

9. Why does Paul reference the Law in 1 Corinthians 14:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 14?

11. What is glossolalia?

12. Why does Paul claim tongues are a sign for unbelievers (1 Corinthians 14:22), yet many modern churches practice them mostly among believers?

13. How can speaking in tongues (1 Corinthians 14:2) be validated if it has no observable or scientific basis?

14. Is speaking in tongues required for Christian salvation?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the original context of Isaiah 28:11-12 help us interpret 1 Corinthians 14:21?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our use of spiritual gifts aligns with God’s purpose for edification and order in the church?

3. How can we cultivate a heart that listens to God, avoiding the pitfalls of Israel’s disobedience?

4. What are some modern-day "foreign tongues" or signs that God might use to get our attention, and how should we respond?

5. How do the themes of judgment and mercy in 1 Corinthians 14:21 encourage us in our walk with Christ?1. How does Paul's discussion of tongues and prophecy shape your understanding of spiritual gifts?

2. How can we apply the principle of edification in the exercise of our individual spiritual gifts today?

3. What role does understanding play in your spiritual life and in your interaction with others?

4. How do Paul's guidelines on orderly worship resonate with your experience of church services?

5. In what ways does Paul's instruction about women in the church challenge or affirm your understanding of women's roles in church?

6. How do you perceive the balance between personal spiritual experiences and communal edification?

7. Why do you think Paul emphasizes maturity in thinking about spiritual gifts?

8. How can we promote understanding and orderliness in our worship services today?

9. How do Paul's teachings on tongues and prophecy apply to modern day practices in the church?

10. How can we ensure that our pursuit of spiritual gifts leads to the edification of the church rather than self-promotion?

11. How does the principle of doing everything for edification affect your approach to Christian service?

12. How can you apply the principles from this chapter to your own use of spiritual gifts?

13. How do you balance personal spiritual experiences with communal edification in your own life?

14. How does Paul's emphasis on understanding and edification inform your approach to Christian worship?

15. How do Paul's teachings about orderliness in worship challenge or affirm your experiences in the Church?

16. How might Paul's instructions about the role of women in the Church be applied in today's context?

17. What steps can we take to ensure that our worship services edify everyone present?

18. What does it mean to be 'mature in thinking' about spiritual gifts in our current context?

19. In what ways do you feel called to edify others in your Christian community?

20. How can the guidelines provided in this chapter be a blueprint for harmonious and edifying worship in our time?

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