But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort. He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. (1 Corinthians 14:3-4) Paul wrote 1 Corinthians 14 to teach about spiritual growth. Prophecy builds others, while tongues build you. Both are important for believers, but they serve different functions. Edification means to build up. When you pray in tongues, you are strengthening your inn

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. (Colossians 3:15) The word "rule" in this verse does not refer to a passive action. It means to act as an umpire. Paul wrote that peace should make the call. Peace should decide what is “out of bounds” and what is allowed. This is a powerful truth because many believers make decisions under pressure, fear, or urgency rather than following God’s peace.The peace of God

Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. (Philippians 1:1-2) Paul opened his letter to the churches in Philippi not by listing his title as Apostle or Timothy's as a Pastor. Instead, he began by identifying himself and Timothy as servants. The Greek word for servant is doulos , which means bondservan