1 Corinthians 14:1, That Ye May Prophesy
There are two commands issued “follow” or “pursue” after charity with an earnest and fervent spirit to practice unconditional and sacrificial love coupled with the “desire” or “zeal for” exercising their spiritual gifts. The spiritual gifts were to be exercised with God’s love so that it will benefit the body. It is not to be selfishly directed to show off or to seek attention. The Apostle Paul was seeking to correct such anomaly in the Corinthian church so that the growth of the body will not be hindered.