In 1 Corinthians 14:1-40 the Apostle Paul goes in depth on the politics of love. Oops, I mean the spiritual gift of tongues. My New King James Bible divides this passage into 4 sections:
- prophecy and tongues
- tongues must be interpreted
- tongues a sign to unbelievers, and
- order in church meetings.
On the surface it might be hard to understand what Paul is talking about. But I believe all 40 verses are summed up in the first two words: pursue love.
Not the politics of love. Not just the word. Real love.
I think Paul exhorted the Corinthians to stay focused on the message of salvation and love that had been given to them by the Grace from God. And, as a musician, I like the musical references Paul uses to illustrate his points.
He says “even things without life, whether flute or harp, when they make a sound, unless they make a distinction in the sounds, how will it be known what is piped or played?” You get that? If a flute sounds no different than a harp, what difference does it make which is played? And who would even know which one was being played?
And the thing about real love is, you gotta pursue it.
Because that’s how you get others to understand you. And that means speaking a language they can understand. Otherwise it’s just noise to them.
And this gets back to one of my earlier points. When you’re so focused on what’s on the Master’s table, and not the Master, you’ll just make noise and look silly to unbelievers. I know, for me, I’d much rather spend 7 seconds with Jesus than to have a whole lifetime of spiritual gifts.
I want to pursue love and pass it on as best I can. And I’d like to encourage you to do the same. Not the politics of love kind of love rock-n-roll bands sing about. But the love that comes from a heart full of gratitude for the Grace of God which surpasses everything. And then…
Let Love Live
Let Love Live.
It can turn your trials into sunny smiles.
Let Love Live.
It can beat the blues.
It demands no dues.
Take a chance and choose
To Let Love Live.
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