Taking a Deeper Look...

So, I believe in the Holy Spirit.  I believe He is alive and well and works through us.  I believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which can lead to many works - prophecy, speaking in tongues, interpretation, healings, teachings, wisdom and knowledge, and so on.  I might be going out on a limb by saying these things and it might make others feel uncomfortable knowing I believe them, but here they are.

With that being said, I have a serious problem.  I've read 1 Cor. 14 over and over and I cannot get over how most churches who believe the same as me just disregard these instructions coming from Paul!  

Do not speak in tongues during a worship gathering, unless there is an interpretation.  I must admit.  I have never been in church where this is the rule.  Unbelievers are scared and believers aren't edified.  Yes, speaking w/God in an intimate way is important - but not in front of everyone.

There have been some complaints and I think they're right on.