John Nelson Darby discusses 1 Corinthians 11, emphasizing the connection between spiritual truths and everyday practices, such as a woman's head covering during prayer and prophesying. He explains that women have a role in the church but must recognize the authority of men, and he stresses the importance of order and modesty in worship. Darby also addresses the significance of the Lord's Supper, warning against disorder and emphasizing the need for self-examination among believers. He highlights the distinction between preaching and teaching, asserting that women should not take on teaching roles in the assembly. Ultimately, he calls for a proper understanding of authority and the divine order within the church.

John Nelson Darby discusses 1 Corinthians 14, emphasizing the proper use of spiritual gifts, particularly tongues and prophecy. He highlights that while tongues were a sign for the nations, they were being misused by the Corinthians, who valued them for their own sake rather than for edification. Darby explains that prophecy serves to build up the church through understanding and comfort, contrasting it with the unintelligibility of tongues. He stresses the importance of order in worship and the moral responsibility of believers to exercise their gifts in a way that honors God and edifies others. Ultimately, he points to love as the guiding principle in the exercise of spiritual gifts.