In a church struggling with confusion and pride, a profound truth emerges: true ministry flows from love, not ambition. When believers chase emotional experiences or flaunt spiritual gifts for personal recognition, the heart of the community suffers. God’s Spirit is not for display but for the building up of His people. What may appear powerful or impressive can be empty if it does not bring life, clarity, and encouragement to others.

Where jealousy and self-promotion thrive, disorder follows. Yet God calls His church to peace and purpose. Speaking in ways that others cannot understand, no matter how passionate, produces no growth. True spiritual power is measured not by volume or spectacle, but by whether hearts are strengthened and lives are transformed. The Spirit equips us to speak with clarity, to guide, instruct, and uplift, turning words into tools that shape faith and community.

The higher gift lies in prophecy—not in mystical displays, but in the ability to proclaim God’s truth with understanding and love. It is better to offer a few words that teach than many that impress but leave no mark. Our call is to live and speak selflessly, using every prayer, song, and word to encourage others and glorify Christ. As we reflect on this teaching, we are prompted to ask ourselves: Are the words I share building up the body of Christ, or are they merely noise? How can my gifts serve others with humility and purpose?