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1 Corinthians 14:28-36 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

28. If there is no one to explain, the speakers should keep quiet in the church. They can speak to themselves and to God.

29. Only two or three prophets are supposed to speak. Others should decide if what is being said is true.

30. What if a message from God comes to someone else who is sitting there? Then the one who is speaking should stop.

31. Those who prophesy can all take turns. In that way, everyone can be taught and be given hope.

32. Those who prophesy should control their speaking.

33. God is not a God of disorder. He is a God of peace. As in all the churches of God's people,

34. women should remain silent in the meetings. They are not allowed to speak. They must follow the lead of those who are in authority, as the Law says.

35. If they have a question about something, they should ask their own husbands at home. It is shameful for women to speak in church meetings.

36. Did the word of God begin with you? Or are you the only people it has reached?

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