29. And only two or three prophets should speak. The others should judge what they say.
30. And if a message from God comes to someone who is sitting, the first speaker should be quiet.
31. You can all prophesy one after the other. This way everyone can be taught and encouraged.
32. The spirits of prophets are under the control of the prophets themselves.
33. God is not a God of confusion but a God of peace. This is the rule for all the meetings of God’s people.
34. The women should keep quiet in these church meetings. They are not allowed to speak out but should be under authority, as the Law of Moses says.
35. If there is something they want to know, they should ask their own husbands at home. It is shameful for a woman to speak up like that in the church meeting.
36. God’s teaching did not come from you, and you are not the only ones who have received it.
37. If you think you are a prophet or that you have a spiritual gift, you should understand that what I am writing to you is the Lord’s command.
38. If you do not accept this, you will not be accepted.
39. So my brothers and sisters, continue to give your attention to prophesying. And don’t stop anyone from using the gift of speaking in different languages.
40. But everything should be done in a way that is right and orderly.