Supernatural Estacy, Manifestations & Speaking in Tongues

Hi, being someone who has spoken in tongues for many years I can certainly say that I value the ability of having the Holy Spirit interceding to the Father in my prayers. But I would avoid using the term "supernatural ecstasy" as ecstasy implies that the person is in a form of trance, where they are unaware of what they are doing.

The term, supernatural ecstasy lends the reason why Christians that yield to the Holy Spirit fall out under the power of God to the floor. It happened to Peter when he was relaxing on the upper level of a friends house. He fell into a trance and had a vision from God.

But, other than such things as that, speaking in tongues is a 'watch and pray' activity. Just like anyone would do when they pray in their native language.

To address the idea that speaking in tongues is akin to being in a trance without any control (possible connotation behind "supernatural ecstasy") , it's important to provide a biblical perspective that emphasizes the order and control associated with this spiritual gift.

1 Corinthians 14:32 states, "And the spirits of the prophets are subject to the prophets."

This verse indicates that individuals who speak in tongues have control over their actions and are not in an uncontrollable trance-like state. The gift of tongues, like other spiritual gifts, operates within the framework of self-control and order.

1 Corinthians 14:27-28 provides guidelines for the orderly use of tongues in the church: "

If any man speak in an unknown tongue, let it be by two, or at the most by three, and that by course; and let one interpret. But if there be no interpreter, let him keep silence in the church; and let him speak to himself, and to God." These instructions show that speaking in tongues should be conducted in an orderly manner, with awareness and control, ensuring that it edifies the congregation.

Acts 2:4, "And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance."

This passage highlights that while the Holy Spirit empowers the speech, it does not imply a loss of control or consciousness. The disciples were fully aware and articulate in their speech, even if the language was unfamiliar to them.

Speaking in tongues is a controlled, conscious act enabled by the Holy Spirit. It is not an uncontrollable trance but a spiritual practice meant for prayer, worship, and the edification of the church, conducted with self-awareness and discipline according to biblical guidelines.