1 Corinthians 14:10–11: There are, it may be, so many kinds of languages in the world, and none of them is without significance. Therefore, if I do not know the meaning of the language, I shall be a foreigner to him who speaks, and he who speaks will be a foreigner to me.

Knowing language is a gift from God, and all languages have meaning, we can trust that if we speak in the gift of tongues, God understands, even if no one else – including ourselves – He knows exactly what we are saying. 1

Application

  • Read Acts 23:10-11. How do you think Paul spoke to God that fearful night?
  • How did God respond to Paul? Do you think Paul received strength to keep going?

Thought to Share

Unique sounds that create a complex language are a gift from God. – TWEET IT

Prayer

Lord, thank you for the gift of language that allows the whole world to talk with You without scheduling one appointment.

1. David Guzik online commentary.

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Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg was ordained as a Calvary Chapel pastor in 1985, where he served as an assistant pastor at Calvary Fellowship, in Seattle. In 1992, Pastor Tom, his wife Pam, and their three daughters moved to Bellingham and began a Bible study, which led to the founding of Calvary Chapel Northwest. Tom blogs regularly at TommyBlumberg.com.