God has set some in the assembly: first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracle workers, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, and various kinds of languages.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
1 Corinthians 12:28 in context
1 Corinthians 12:25–31
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that there should be no division in the body, but that the members should have the same care for one another.
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When one member suffers, all the members suffer with it. When one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it.
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Now you are the body of Christ, and members individually.
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God has set some in the assembly: first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracle workers, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, and various kinds of languages.
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Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all miracle workers?
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Do all have gifts of healings? Do all speak with various languages? Do all interpret?
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But earnestly desire the best gifts. Moreover, I show a most excellent way to you.
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