Verses 4-11 detail the variety of spiritual gifts, reinforcing that not everyone is an apostle, prophet, etc. as asked here.

The body metaphor in verses 14-20 illustrates that not all members have the same function — supporting the rhetorical questions here.

1 Corinthians 12:5 extends the diversity theme: different kinds of service but same Lord, reinforcing that not all have the same role.

1 Corinthians 12:10 lists the specific gifts (prophecy, tongues, etc.) that the rhetorical questions in 12:29 are based on.

1 Corinthians 12:17 uses the body metaphor to argue that one part cannot replace all—supporting why not everyone is an apostle or teacher.

1 Corinthians 13:1 shows that even speaking in tongues is worthless without love, elevating love above gifts mentioned in 12:29.

Acts 13:1 lists prophets and teachers in Antioch — concrete examples of the roles questioned here.

Ephesians 4:11 lists apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers—expanding the list in 12:29 and showing Christ gives these roles.

Ephesians 3:5 reveals that apostles and prophets are recipients of the mystery of Christ, showing their unique role paralleled in 12:29.

Acts 15:32 shows prophets like Judas and Silas encouraging believers — an example of the prophetic role mentioned here.