Interdependence

Job 37-38; 1 Corinthians 12 

“The eye cannot say to the hand, ‘I don’t need you!’ And the head cannot say to the feet, ‘I don’t need you!’ On the contrary, these parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and the parts that we think are less honorable we treat with special honor…”

1 Corinthians 12:21-23

The interdependence of the body of Christ is a reality which we either choose to affirm and live out or ignore, to our detriment. Our recognition and affirmation of the weaker and more hidden parts of the body indicate the degree to which we understand the reality of interdependence. As we identify and celebrate the unique contribution of each person and their spiritual gifts, we strengthen the capacity of the entire body of Christ to function effectively.

In our context, what ways are we honoring the weaker and hidden parts of the body of Christ?

Who can we encourage today?

“Lord Jesus, you are the head of the body. Your mission requires every part to do their work in unity. I pray for grace to do this independent work well, for your glory.”