What then is the conclusion, brothers? Whenever you come together, each one has a psalm, a teaching, a revelation, another language, or an interpretation. all things must be done for edification. If any person speaks in another language, there should be only two, or at the most three, each in turn, and someone must interpret. but if there is no interpreter, that person should keep silent in the church and speak to himself and God. two or three prophets should speak, and others should evaluate.
1Cor 14;26-29
This is body ministry. This is what I remember. Unfortunately, in church, we have sophisticated to being entertained and not involved in the ministry. I can imagine that in large churches this would be impractical and therefore cell groups or bible study groups began where body ministry was to continue. I have this past year been involved in a 'Book Club'. we studied books written by good Christian authors but we also spent time in worship, prayer and ministry. We prophesied and shared what we were experiencing in God. It was good.
In my church there are also bible study groups. I cannot say what they do but I imagine they do similar. Being in a small group that can minister to one another is important. We need to exercise our gifts and be a part of the body ministry.
All small groups are under the ministry team which guards and guides. Order is good, as is freedom.
Coming to church with a prepared heart makes me more open to receive and willing to participate. I have an active relationship with my God. I love spending time with Him. Through this we are both edified and enjoy the relationship. I love my bible study and I love to pray and sing in the Spirit.
Paul is encouraging the Corinthians to seek the gifts to give to the body, but he also telling them how to respect one another in the practise of the gifts. it is called love. Amen!
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