Jumpstart Nation with Byron and Rhea Mills

In this video, we delve into the profound and often misunderstood spiritual gift of speaking in tongues, examining how it relates to humility, divine teaching, and the release of God’s grace. Drawing insights from 1 Corinthians 14:20-21, Isaiah 28:10-12 (Amplified Classic), James 4:5-7, and Acts 7:51, we explore why speaking in tongues is a humble submission to God’s unique way of instructing us in the New Covenant, leading us into deeper grace, strength, and victory over the enemy.

1. Humbling Ourselves to God’s Way of Teaching
1 Corinthians 14:20-21 highlights that speaking in tongues is not just a practice but an act of childlike submission, a humbling of ourselves to receive from God in a way that transcends human logic. Paul, addressing the Corinthians, tells them not to be children in understanding but in malice, encouraging a mature, humble heart that’s open to God’s unconventional methods. Through the simplicity of tongues, God teaches us as a father would teach a child, bypassing intellectual pride and instead speaking directly to our spirits.

Isaiah 28:10-12 (AMP Classic) further illuminates this principle, showing that God’s way of teaching is often through “stammering lips” and “another tongue.” Here, God foretells a unique method of instruction that would be perceived as “humiliating” or foolish by human standards. But it’s in yielding to this method—one that requires setting aside human pride—that we enter into divine rest and refreshing. Speaking in tongues is a humbling practice because it’s not a matter of intellect or eloquence; rather, it’s a submission to God’s Spirit to teach us from the inside out.

2. Yielding to More Grace by Welcoming the Holy Spirit
James 4:5-7 tells us that God jealously yearns for the Spirit He placed within us and that He gives grace to the humble. This longing of the Spirit is an invitation to deeper intimacy and dependence on God’s wisdom. Praying in tongues aligns us with God’s yearning, drawing upon His grace and empowering us to live victorious, Spirit-led lives. In essence, when we pray in tongues, we open ourselves up to more grace because we’re submitting to God’s ordained way of receiving His instruction and wisdom, thereby making room for Him to work mightily within us.

This submission to the Holy Spirit’s leading in tongues is also a form of resisting the devil. When we yield to God’s way, we place ourselves under His protection and power, making it harder for the enemy to gain a foothold in our lives.

3. Divine Promotion through Submission
Acts 7:51 speaks of resisting the Holy Spirit, a sobering reminder of how easy it is to reject God’s Spirit by clinging to our ways and perspectives. Tragically, many believers resist the Spirit, opting instead for the comforts of human reasoning or the familiarity of religious rituals. This resistance can prevent us from entering the depth of relationship and empowerment that God intends for us.

In contrast, those who submit to God by embracing the practice of speaking in tongues experience divine promotion, as God elevates the humble. Yielding to God’s humbling method of speaking in tongues can lead to extraordinary spiritual growth, wisdom, and influence in His Kingdom. Divine promotion is the natural outcome for those willing to be taught by God on His terms, embracing the seemingly foolish to attain the fullness of His wisdom.

4. Practical Application: Submitting to God and Resisting the Devil through Tongues
James 4:7 calls us to submit to God and resist the devil. This process of submission often includes adopting spiritual practices that may feel unfamiliar or uncomfortable—like praying in tongues. Yet, in doing so, we enter a new realm of spiritual sensitivity, learning to trust God’s Spirit to intercede and work within us. The act of speaking in tongues is a direct expression of submission to God’s authority, a way of saying, “Lord, I yield my words, my mind, and my understanding to You.”

Key Takeaways
Tongues as Humility: Speaking in tongues is God’s way of humbling us, encouraging us to approach Him as children willing to be taught.

Grace for the Humble: Those who yield to the Holy Spirit in tongues access more grace, allowing God to operate fully within their lives.

Divine Promotion: Humble submission to God’s teaching method, even if it seems “foolish,” leads to promotion.

Resisting the Devil: Praying in tongues empowers us to resist the devil, aligning our hearts with God’s Spirit .

Welcoming the Holy Spirit: God yearns for us to welcome the Holy Spirit through tongues, entering deeper intimacy and alignment with His will.

Speaking in tongues requires setting aside pride and welcoming God’s Spirit in a way that might feel unconventional, even humbling. But it’s this childlike faith that invites God’s grace, protection, and promotion. Consider opening yourself up to this powerful practice and experiencing the refreshing, grace, and divine promotion He promises to the humble.

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