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Is there any truth in speaking in tongues?
No. Even the apostle Paul was dismissive of those who claimed to speak in tongues, although he was not prepared to alienate those who claimed this ability.
Does God say you should not speak in tongue?
A:The Bible does not tell us this, but the apostle Paul was dismissive of those who claimed to speak in tongues.
How many languages could Apostle Paul speak?
That was the true purpose of the "tongues" gift that he had. It enabled him to speak to, and understand those to whom he went out to, to evangelize. It was a necessary an legitimate use of the gift of tongues, and is not to be confused with the nonsense of "speaking in tongues" that certain sects of Christianity believe in today. Note: there will be a 2nd legitimate time, where the true gift of speaking in tongues will reappear, but it will be during the tribulation. It will be the necessary gift imparted unto the 144,000 Jewish witness's that Christ will appear to during the tribulation who will then "using this gift of supernaturally being able to speak in and understand other tongues (languages), to preach the gospel unto all people groups throughout the whole world before the end comes. Hope that helps.
What is a person chosen to speak for others?
A person chosen to speak for others is often referred to as a spokesperson or representative. This individual communicates the views, needs, or concerns of a group, ensuring their voices are heard in discussions or decision-making processes. They may be appointed formally or chosen informally, depending on the context and the group they represent. Their role is crucial in advocating for the interests and rights of those they represent.
Speaking in tongues in the bible?
in the bible there is a story where the presense of God came down and filled the people with the Holy Spirit, when they were filled with the Holy Spirit the spoke in tongues, or a language that the devil and anything evil couldn't understand. in the Pentecostal churches they belive that they to can speak in tounges. I have never heard anyone speak in tounges so i am not sure if the people really do speak in tounges, at those churches, it may be a seeing is beliving type thing.
Does a crocodile have a tongue?
Yes, crocodiles do have tongues, but their tongues are not movable like those of mammals. Crocodile tongues are fused to the floor of their mouths, which limits their ability to stick their tongues out or move them freely.
What does speaking in other tongues mean?
Speaking in tongues is a religious experience. Somebody will talk in tongues because God (the Holy Spirit) is talking through them and the only way people can understand them is when God uses someone to interpret what is said (unless somebody is talking in a different language and somebody else who knows that language can understand them).
How can you talk in tongues?
You can't just "talk in tongues" as such an act is a gift from God. Most of the Pentecost Faith believe that you must speak in tongues in order to be saved. This occurs when you repent of your sins and give yourself entirely over to the Holy Ghost and God speaks through you.Well, where does tongues come from? It comes from Heaven! Tongues is the heavenly language. It is what is spoken in heaven; the only difference is that the people in heaven understand what they are saying. Here on earth Paul says, "For anyone who speaks in tongues does not speak to men but to God. Indeed, no one understand him; he utters mysteries with his spirit"Also notable is:When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. (Acts 2:1-4).I must add, there may be many out there that doesn't believe in such things as "speaking in tongues", but it is an honor and a Gift from God. I have been blessed with this and I have to stay that anyone who believes, but has not experienced it, will have a most wonderful and divine experience when they do.
As an ex-Baptist I now also go to the AG How do you start sepaking in tongues?
Speaking in tongues or glossolalia is considered by some a blessing and spiritual baptism. When I was in college I did a informal investigation into this phenomenon. Not all AG or pentecostal believers speak in tongues. I was informed that when you are comfortable with your congregation and in the time of prayer a person seeking this would begin by praising the Lord in their native tongue. It is possible to slip into glossolalia when you are no longer worried about those around you and you are totally free with your praise. Opinion: Personally I do not think that you have to speak in tongues to receive the Holy Spirit. We have many gifts on the Spirit. I Corinthians 13 advises us to have love more than anything and we all have our own gifts. God bless you on your journey.
Why do you pray in tongues?
Some religions believe that they have the power to speak in tongues which no one but God can understand. This is what is called Priestcraft. There are two ways which are acceptable to God and both are gifts from Him called The Gift of Tongues where a person may be gifted to be able to speak in the language of a people when he has never been able to do so before. When he has delivered his message the gift leaves him.. The other is when a message is being given in the speakes own tongue, the listeners hear him in their own language. Any other way of Speaking in Tongues is of Satan, and usually comes out of the speakers mouth as gibberish, which not even God can understand.
What does it mean to speak in tongues?
Speaking in tongues is supposedly evidence of the Holy Spirit, since no human can really understand what is being said.The apostle Paul was dismissive of those who claimed to speak in tongues, although he was not prepared to alienate those who claimed this ability. He indicated a preference for prophecy, since this at least might be useful. In 1 Corinthians 14:4, Paul says "Whoever speaks in a tongue builds himself up, but whoever prophesies builds up the church." He then goes on to explain what he sees as the futility of speaking in tongues, summarising this in verse 19: "but in the church I would rather speak five words with my mind, so as to instruct others also, than ten thousand words in a tongue."
What religions speak in tongues?
For the most part Christians. It's spoken of in the bible early in the book of Acts following the reception of the holy spirit to believers after the final accession of Christ. I Corinthians 12 and 14 also mention "speaking in tongues" as one of the manifestations available by a Christian believers holy spirit. This is considered perfect prayer that bypasses an individuals understanding and is to be done in private unless interpreted in a worship meeting. Despite the many religions and sects who speak in tongues many fail to actually live up to the concluding exhortation concerning the proper operations of this manifestation in the church. I Corinthians 14:40 "Let all things (context emphasizes speaking in tongues) be done decently and in order" -not acting crazy and being emotionally out of bounds.Many Christians in Pentecostal-type denominations speak in tongues. Though some choose not to.
