What should be done then, my friends? When you come together, each one has a hymn, a lesson, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Let all things be done for building up. If anyone speaks in a tongue, let there be only two or at most three, and each in turn; and let one interpret. But if there is no one to interpret, let them be silent in church and speak to themselves and to God. Let two or three prophets speak, and let the others weigh what is said. If a revelation is made to someone else sitting nearby, let the first person be silent. For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all be encouraged. And the spirits of prophets are subject to the prophets, for God is a God not of disorder but of peace. (1Corinthians 14: 26-33)

Each of us are expressions of God. For God's full intention to be realized, each gift is required.

Even as each gift is extraordinary, it can be complemented by the gifts of others.

Paul suggests there are greater and lesser gifts, but there is a need for all gifts.

Paul is clearly concerned that the Corinthians are giving too much attention to tongues.

Paul gives a place of particular honor to prophecy: the interpretation of mysteries.

But there is a place for tongues and singing and revelation... and silence.

In relationship with God each of these gifts contribute to the wholeness of our experience.

In this manner all may learn - manthano - and be encouraged or parakaleo.

This is the encouragement of a great coach. This is someone at your side giving instruction, comfort, consolation, and - when necessary - admonishment.

We each have our spiritual specialities. We are each called to share these with others. But when and how we share depends on the need of others.