1 Corinthians 12:31

But you should be eager for the greater gifts. And now I will show you a way that is beyond comparison. ¹ 

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

But eagerly desire the greater gifts. And now I will show you the most excellent way.

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

But earnestly desire the greater gifts. And I show you a still more excellent way.

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

And in any event, you should desire the most helpful gifts. First, however, let me tell you about something else that is better than any of them!

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

And yet some of you keep competing for so-called "important" parts. But now I want to lay out a far better way for you.

SABDAweb 1Co 12:31

But let your desires be turned to the more important things given by the Spirit. And now I am pointing out to you an even better way.

bibleoremus 1Co 12:31

But strive for the greater gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way.

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

But earnestly desire the best gifts. And yet I show you a more excellent way.

biblegateway 1Co 12:31

But you should be eager for the greater gifts. And now I will show you a way that is beyond comparison. ¹ 

¹ tn Grk “a still more excellent way.” In this context the phrase has an elative rather than a comparative sense, however.