Together - Daily DevotionalSample

Fit in a Body

Reading: 1 Cor.12:12-27

Key Verse: “Now you are the body of Christ and each one of you is a part of it” verse 27

Paul revealed that although we are individuals we collectively form the body of Christ and consequently have a basic need of each other. Some such as teachers and musicians may have a very visible role whilst others such as administrators or sound technicians are rarely seen. Yet one cannot function without the other because God has combined the members of the body as He chooses.

In order to be spiritually fit we need to be an active member of the body of Christ in terms of both contributing and receiving. Our role and relationships may change over time but we must always remain vitally linked to one another in love and purpose. It is in Christ and His body that we find out who we are and what we are living for (Eph.1:11 Mess.).

To be an active member is not merely to do with attending meetings but to function in a role within a team. As the individual contributes so the whole body thrives and vice versa. Each of us have gifts and abilities given by God for the benefit of others. As we use those abilities not only are people blessed but also we begin to flourish. Be involved!

Prayer: Lord may I be vitally involved in Your Body by contributing to it and receiving from it