1 Corinthians 14
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1 Corinthians 14:29-37

29Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said.

30And if a revelation comes to someone who is sitting down, the first speaker should stop.

31For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged.

32The spirits of prophets are subject to the control of prophets.

33For God is not a God of disorder but of peace—as in all the congregations of the Lord’s people.

34Women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says.

35If they want to inquire about something, they should ask their own husbands at home; for it is disgraceful for a woman to speak in the church.

36Or did the word of God originate with you? Or are you the only people it has reached?

37If anyone thinks they are a prophet or otherwise gifted by the Spirit, let them acknowledge that what I am writing to you is the Lord’s command.

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