When we consider what is said about this gift in 1 Cor 12–14, we can make some specific observations. First, it is speech in the vernacular. It can be understood locally without translation or interpretation. This it shares with another gift, the interpretation of tongues. Second, it draws its inspiration from God. Third, it is addressed to people who are present, having significance for what they are experiencing. These last two characteristics of prophecy seem to be the norm for any of the spiritual