Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)
若都作先知讲道，偶然有不信的，或是不通方言的人进来，就被众人劝醒，被众人审明，
这是什么意思？
This verse tells us that if everyone in a gathering is prophesying (speaking God's message), someone who doesn't believe or isn't familiar with the faith will be convicted and judged by what they hear. It’s from Paul's letter to the Corinthians, emphasizing how powerful collective testimony can be.
儿童解释
Imagine you're at a big party where everyone is telling stories about Jesus. If your friend who has never heard these stories before comes in, they might start to believe because of all the stories and messages they hear.
历史背景
The verse is from Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, written around 53-54 AD. It addresses a community struggling with divisions over spiritual gifts like prophecy. Corinth was a cosmopolitan city where diverse beliefs clashed.
今日应用
In a church service today, if everyone shares their faith stories and testimonies about Jesus, a visitor who doesn’t believe might be convinced of the truth by hearing so many powerful messages.
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church in Corinth to address issues such as divisions over spiritual gifts, moral lapses, and misunderstandings about marriage and sexuality.
What is meant by 'prophesying' in this context?
Prophesying here refers to speaking God’s message, often with the aim of edifying, exhorting, or consoling others. It's not just predicting future events but sharing inspired words from God.
How can a believer use this verse to impact non-believers?
By actively sharing their faith and testimonies in community gatherings, believers can effectively reach out to those who are skeptical or unfamiliar with Christianity, much like the scenario described in this verse.
What does it mean to be 'convicted of all' as mentioned here?
Being convicted means being convinced of one's sins and the need for salvation through Christ. The collective testimony of believers can lead an unbeliever to recognize their own shortcomings and consider faith.