The Gift of Tongues: A Divine Sign and the Voice of the Spirit


January 25,2026

Key Scriptures: Genesis 11:1–9; Acts 2:1–12, 16–18; 1 Corinthians 12:7–11; 14:2, 22; Revelation 19:10

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Today, we address a vital spiritual activity among believers—the gift of tongues—a subject that is often misunderstood, neglected, criticized, or even demonized, and in some denominations, denied any experiential expression.

We have previously noted that no tongue is superior to another. At the Tower of Babel, humanity once shared a unified language, which God confounded due to disobedience (Genesis 11:1–9). If God scattered languages then, He is fully able to restore perfect understanding—whether at the resurrection or by divine enablement—so that each person understands the other, regardless of language.

With the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts chapter 2, the disciples were gathered in one accord when a sound like a rushing mighty wind filled the house. Divided tongues like fire rested upon each of them, and they began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave utterance (Acts 2:1–4). People from many nations heard the disciples declaring the wonderful works of God—each in their own native language (Acts 2:6–11).

This outpouring served as a sign to unbelievers, aligning with the apostle Paul’s teaching that signs are for those who do not yet believe (1 Corinthians 14:22). On that day, the miracle was not confusion but clear communication—the gospel proclaimed directly to hearts in languages they understood.

The apostle Peter explained this event as the fulfillment of Joel’s prophecy: “In the last days… your sons and daughters shall prophesy” (Acts 2:16–18; Joel 2:28–29). Prophecy, by nature, communicates God’s message in a language understood by the hearer. Indeed, “the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy” (Revelation 19:10). Thus, the disciples were bearing witness to Jesus by the Spirit, speaking directly to individuals from different nations in their own tongues.

We will explore this subject further tomorrow, examining its implications for the Church today.

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