1 Corinthians 12:12
For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ.
For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ.
How refreshing it is to meet a complete stranger and find out they also are Christians. Our hearts and spirits are seamlessly bonded together as one. We are part of the body of Christ. We may have different opinions on Bible interpretation and application, but this one thing we have in common, we belong to Christ, and are part of the family of God. As part of the body of Christ, we all have our part in building the kingdom of God. Eph. 4:11. “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers.” Everyone in the body is important. The work that God has called us to do may not seem like much when we compare it to others who have been recognized for their contributions to ministry. It is easy to think that the work we do is not significant and has little impact on the grand scheme of God’s plan. But little is much when God is in it! The little mustard seed that we plant in Jesus' name can bring glory to His name. Luke 13:19. “It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it.” How important it is that we be all that God wants us to be. He has not called us to do this work alone. The body of Christ works together to accomplish His purpose. He desires that we be obedient to His will for our lives, whatever that may be. God calls everyone to do their part in the work of the kingdom. Are you willing to use the gifts and talents that God has given you to make the body of Christ functional? The work you do may not be seen by others, but all things done for Jesus is important work, and God sees your heart and will reward you according to your obedience. So find your niche in the body of Christ and do it with all your heart and might. “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might”- Ecc. 9:10
