Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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MANY MEMBERS – ONE BODY

Bible Reading: : 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Key verse:  

 V 27 Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.

DEVOTION

Amid the very individualist society we live in, St. Paul, offers a differing perspective on how the community of believers should are meant to relate to one another. We see demonstration of this in the first section of 1 Corinthians 12 when Paul speaks about the gifts of the spirit. In that section, St. Paul reminds us that, “Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.” The continuation of this idea is what the second section talks about. We are all members of one body, and every part of the body serves a vital role in the functioning of the body.
In this passage, Paul uses the metaphor of the human body to illustrate spiritual unity. The eye cannot say to the hand, “I don’t need you.” The head cannot dismiss the feet. Even the parts that seem weaker or less visible are indispensable. This challenges the worldly mindset that values prominence over purpose. In God’s design, every member matters. Whether you preach, serve, encourage, organize, or pray, your role is essential.
We should all celebrate diversity of abilities because God intentionally created us with different gifts. Don’t compare, contribute based on your abilities. Moreover, we ought to honor and recognize the value of those whose work may go unnoticed. Thirdly, isolation weakens the body while unity strengthens it.  In all things we should serve with humility because our gifts and talents are not for self-glory but for building up others in love.
Paul’s message to the Corinthians is an important reminder that the Church is not a collection of isolated individuals, but a living, breathing body—united in Christ. Each believer is a unique member with a distinct role, yet all are equally vital to the health and function of the whole.

PRAYER

Heavenly Father, thank You for making us members Your body. Help us to embrace our role with joy and humility. Teach me to honor others and work together in unity, so that Your Church may reflect Your love. Amen.
men.
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Thought for the DAY

Unity in diversity is a great Christian theme .The church is unified because of its members common experience with  the grace of Jesus Christ.

Vivin Varughese
The Mar Thoma Church Staten island.

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