1 Corinthians 14:24
But if all prophesy, and there come in one that believeth not, or one unlearned, he is convinced of all, he is judged of all:
Cross-reference
In 1 Corinthians 14:1, Paul urges earnestly desiring prophecy. The effect on an unbeliever in 14:24 provides a concrete reason for that exhortation.
In 1 Corinthians 14:16, tongues leave an outsider unable to respond, while 14:24 shows prophecy convicts him. This contrast highlights prophecy's superiority for evangelism.
1 Corinthians 14:39 concludes the chapter by urging desire for prophecy. The convicting power on an unbeliever in 14:24 supports that conclusion.
1 Corinthians 12:10 includes prophecy among the list of spiritual gifts. This confirms that the prophecy described in 1 Cor 14:24 is a specific gift of the Spirit.
In John 1:47-49, Jesus' supernatural knowledge of Nathanael's heart leads to confession — similar to how prophesy exposes secrets and brings the unbeliever to worship.
In John 4:29, the woman testifies that Jesus told her everything she ever did — a parallel to prophesy revealing hidden things and leading to belief.
In Acts 2:37, Peter's preaching pierces the hearts of the crowd, leading them to ask what to do — exactly the convicting effect of prophesy described in 14:24.
In Hebrews 4:12, God's word discerns thoughts and intents of the heart — matching how prophesy exposes secrets and convicts the unbeliever in 14:24.
In John 4:19, the woman recognizes Jesus as a prophet when he reveals her past — like prophecy exposing the unbeliever's secrets here.
In John 16:8, the Spirit convicts the world of sin — same concept of conviction that prophecy brings here.
In Acts 24:25, Paul's preaching about judgment makes Felix afraid — similar to the unbeliever being convicted by prophecy here.
Romans 12:6 lists prophecy as a gift to be used according to faith. This cross-reference underscores that the prophecy in 1 Cor 14:24 is one manifestation of that spiritual gift.
In Hebrews 4:13, all is uncovered before God — mirroring how prophecy here exposes the unbeliever's secrets.
Titus 1:9 says an elder must be able to rebuke those who contradict sound doctrine. This parallels prophecy's role in 1 Cor 14:24 of convicting and calling to account.