EVERYONE MATTERS

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In Christ, Mark

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The scriptures. May God bless the reading of His holy word.

“For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.”

Romans 12:4-8

This ends today’s reading from God's holy word. Thanks be to God.

Have you ever thought you don’t have anything to offer to someone?

Rest assured that this is a lie perpetrated by Satan, the father of lies (John 8:44).

For God, the Father (capital F) of all, has equipped every one of His people with gifts, gifts that are to be used to His glory and for His intentions.

In other words, in God’s sight, everyone matters.

In fact, given that God has granted everyone gifts, that makes everyone special, uniquely designed and purposed by Him. Next time Satan tries to make you feel insignificant, remember that truth.

So if everyone matters and has been specially equipped by God, then why do so many people see themselves as otherwise?

Usually, it’s because they haven’t connected themselves to God and the work He does through the church. They have decided to not be a part of the body of Christ, another way to reference to the members of a congregation but on a larger scale, a referral to all Christians of the world.

We find Paul using the analogy of the human body in our scripture passage today to show how everyone matters and has a place within the Christian church. Like the body has many parts, each with their own specific function that contributes to the overall good health of someone, so too does the church have many roles that need to be filled with people who have been given the gifts to carry out those roles. Not everyone has the same talents so everyone has a part to play and God expects everyone to do their part. If you’re in a church and are a non-participant outside of a worship service, you should prayerfully seek a place to serve. Trust me when I say the church needs you.

Go to the Lord, identify your gift, and put it to use. It’s as fundamental as that.

If you have been given the gift of preaching, then preach and instruct God’s people.

If you can teach, then teach the word of God in a small group.

If you can lead, seek out a position of church leadership.

If you can sing and/or play a musical instrument, then you should look to lead music during worship.

If you can smile and say a kind, welcoming word to someone, then you can be a greeter.

If you’re good with children, lend a hand either teaching or watching the little ones as parents worship or gain Christian education and fellowship in a class.

If you just want to serve in general, there are plenty of happenings in the church that just need someone to lend a hand.

Outside of this, everyone can pray. Everyone can give. And everyone can encourage others and show love.

The point here is to first see that you matter greatly to God, realize the gifts He has given you, and then proactively apply those gifts to the work of a church. When you do, you will find an amazing sense of accomplishment and satisfaction knowing you have honored your Lord by serving Him and others.

Amen.

In Christ,

Mark

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