1 Corinthians 14:31

For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

Cross-reference

In 1 Cor 14:3, Paul defines prophecy as building up, encouraging, comforting — the goal stated in 14:31 for all to prophesy in turn.

In 1 Cor 14:19, Paul prioritizes intelligible words for instruction — the same edification goal that orderly prophecy in 14:31 achieves.

In 1 Cor 14:35, Paul restricts women from speaking in church — contrasting with the inclusive 'all can prophesy' in 14:31, highlighting ordered participation.

1 Corinthians 12:10 Related theme

In 1 Corinthians 12:10, prophecy is listed among the gifts; here Paul explains how that gift functions in the assembly for everyone's benefit.

In Ephesians 4:12, building up the body directly parallels the encouragement and learning from prophecy here.

Romans 12:6 Related theme

In Romans 12:6, Paul teaches that prophecy should be exercised proportionally, complementing the orderly prophecy described here.

In Ephesians 4:11, prophets are a gift to the church, aligning with the use of prophecy for teaching in this verse.