New International Reader's Version

1 Corinthians 14:32-39 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

32. Those who prophesy should control their speaking.

33. God is not a God of disorder. He is a God of peace. As in all the churches of God's people,

34. women should remain silent in the meetings. They are not allowed to speak. They must follow the lead of those who are in authority, as the Law says.

35. If they have a question about something, they should ask their own husbands at home. It is shameful for women to speak in church meetings.

36. Did the word of God begin with you? Or are you the only people it has reached?

37. Suppose some think they are prophets or have gifts of the Holy Spirit. They should agree that what I am writing to you is the Lord's command.

38. Anyone who does not recognize that will not be recognized.

39. Brothers and sisters, you should want to prophesy. And don't stop people from speaking in languages they had not known before.