Saturday, March 14, 2026

Scripture

“The eye cannot say to the hand, ‘I have no need of you,’ nor again the head to the feet, ‘I have no need of you.’ ” 1 Corinthians 12:21

Reflections

There is a widespread concept today that the real work of the Church is done by the special people.  The special people are those who have special abilities, know their Bible well, are visibly up front and are employed as “full-time” Christians.  The function of those in the pew is to provide the funds in order that the special people might do the work of the Church.

But that is not how God intends for the Church to work.  The Apostle Paul reminds us that no member of the Church is less significant than any other.  “If the foot would say, ‘Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,’ that would not make it any less a part of the body.” (1 Cor. 12:15)

The work of the Church is to heal the broken-hearted, give deliverance to the captives, open the eyes of the blind, and preach the good news to the poor and despairing of heart.  This is something each of us get to do.  You don’t have to be a visible leader or teacher to be God’s loving presence in this world.

God has given each of us unique gifts and abilities.  Each of us play an important role in God’s kingdom.  Each of us are indispensable.  Each of us are needed.  Each of us matter.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for giving me an important part within the body of Christ.  Help me to embrace my unique role and calling as you do your work through me in your kingdom.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31