1 Corinthians 14:7 · KJV

"And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped?"

King James Version

Passage Context

⁵I would that ye all spake with tongues, but rather that ye prophesied: for greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying.

⁶Now, brethren, if I come unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, except I shall speak to you either by revelation, or by knowledge, or by prophesying, or by doctrine?

⁷And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped?

⁸For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle?

⁹So likewise ye, except ye utter by the tongue words easy to be understood, how shall it be known what is spoken? for ye shall speak into the air.

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Reflection Questions

How do you discern clarity in communication within your community?

What does it mean for you to ensure your message is understood by others?

When have you struggled to communicate effectively with someone?

Life Application

relationships

Make an effort to communicate clearly with others, ensuring your intentions are understood.

worship

Consider how the elements of worship in your church can be made clearer and more impactful.

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Corinth, Greece today)

A significant city in ancient Greece known for its commerce and cultural diversity.

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