14:4a The one who speaks in a tongue edifies himself,

The person who speaks in an unknown tongue strengthens himself,
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When people speak in unknown/miraculous languages they build themselves up ⌊in their faith⌋.

14:4b but the one who prophesies edifies the church.

but the person who prophesies strengthens ⌊the people in⌋ the church.
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When people declare God’s word they build up the group of believers ⌊in their faith⌋.

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