Contemplative Bible Reading

1 Corinthians 14:22 (New Living Translation)

So you see that speaking in tongues is a sign, not for believers, but for unbelievers. Prophecy, however, is for the benefit of believers, not unbelievers.

There are some things that are good for believers and unbelievers. There are some things that are bad for both groups.It appears that there are some things that are good for one group and not bad for the other group, but not good for them.

Have I confused everything yet?

I read this verse to mean that believers and unbelievers are two different groups of people. Not everything is a good use of time for persons in the different groups. Sometimes we forget this. God, help me to remember this and grant me the knowledge to know the difference.