6 BENEFITS OF SPEAKING IN TONGUES

By Rev. Michael Benson Ajayi 
 1 Cor 14:4AMP " He who speaks in a [strange] tongue edifies and improves himself,..."
    The disciples began speaking in other tongues (an unlearned, spirit- inspired language) after receiving the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:4)
 Speaking in tongues while meditating on scriptures is the most effective source of self-improvement known to the church , parts of its benefits are as follows:
 a)     It is a source of rest and refreshing: “for with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people to whom he said this is the rest wherewith you may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing.” Isa.28:11. if we would spend a little time each day speaking in tongues, panic, stress, tear and fear will be a thing of the past in our lives.Whenever you are afraid speak in tongues and enter into rest. 
 b)    It  is an opportunity to give thanks to God in acceptable manner.  Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the feeling of gratitude to God for what He has done in our lives. At such time we are  unable to adequately express our thanks and appreciation to God and also our words seems inadequate and weak to express the reservoir of gratitude we feel within our hearts. Speaking in tongues gives us a fulfilling experience to give God thanks. Paul says “ we can give thanks well”(1st Cor.14:17) by speaking in the language he gives. This is the highest form  of praise worship and it is how we minister to God in the spirit
 c)     It is an expression of positive emotions. The baptism in the spirit is not an emotional experience, it is a spiritual one. Nevertheless our emotions inevitably respond to the experience and become involved in it. “… my soul wait for the lord” Ps.62:1. Our emotions are frequently stirred by the subconscious mind and we give expressions to them at the spirit prompting.Many Christians seek to deny or suppress their emotions as though there were something evil or sinful about emotional expressions. It is not unusual to feel that way. Emotional expressions are necessary for a healthy life. Emotional sensitivity is important for a successful marriage. 
         When that expression is used and encouraged by the spirit within us, we can be sure that this is the healthiest and finest emotional expressions possible. When a husband and his wife are filled of the Holy Spirit and habitually exhibit or manifest their Holy Spirit inspired emotions while speaking in tongues ,the result is a marriage full of excitement, peace that transcends human comprehension and joy inexplicable. Both enjoy being best of friends. They cannot do without each other. 
 d)      It helps our faith to grow. Speaking in tongues helps us  learn to trust God more completely. Developing in the life in the spirit is a walk of faith. As we move from personal edification to the larger body of Christ edification 1st Cor. 14:6, we grow from faith to faith.
e) We overflow with hope through the joy and peace : Speaking in tongues during a time of crisis is a ready source of joy as the Spirit floods our hearts with hope. (Rom.15:13)  
 f) It is a source of boldness and resistance against  immorality : "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].  2 Tim 1:7 AMP
   Prayer: Heavenly Father forgive me for my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation, I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit and power to destroy the works of darkness and prosper in your vineyard in Jesus name.    
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