From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. Ephesians 4:12-16
I am still amazed while on this journey, how impacted we are with who and what we encounter along the way. When I think back over the journey of my life, I remember those who I’ve come in contact with and how each played an intricate part of my growth and deposited into my life or vice versa. I thank God for those who I have yet to meet along the way. Sometimes, you get the opportunity to hear how you have strengthened or encouraged, but most importantly to me, is what I can do to be a blessing; how can I be a help in my understanding of what you need; how can I encourage you and love you through, with the mercy, and kindness of my heart in word and deed. How can I help uplift someone’s spirit who is burdened or downtrodden, bitter, and hurt. Sure, we can pray, but oftentimes, more is needed of us than just a prayer. So, what else are we doing to help in the building of our brothers and sisters in need?
This scripture comes to us as Paul speaks to the Ephesians in regards to the position and the practice of the believer. In this passage, he speaks on the purpose of the gifts, which are mentioned in verses 7-11. He tells them that it is imperative of the believer to realize his responsibility to conduct themselves according to their individual calling because each is given for the body to fit and join together as one. Being a blessing one to another should be a determined behavior consisting of unity, love, and even maturity, especially for the work they were called to do. So it is with us as believers, our gifts are to be used for the edification of the body of Christ.
We are all parts that fit jointly together for the work of the ministry, for the perfecting of the saints, for the edifying or the building up of the body of Christ. We must learn that is not about a denomination or a title, but it’s about the work, and about the souls we need to reach, the ones we will come in contact with as we are journeying. Until we all come into the knowledge of who God is and His purpose for our lives and until we all come into the unity of faith, we are just running around doing “stuff” and wasting time. People are in need and hurting, drowning in the sea of depression, dealing with oppression, being tortured by the rulers of darkness of this earth. Yes, the enemy is running rampant seeking whom he can devour; trying to kill and destroy our purpose. He is after our minds and our dreams. Our youth, the dreamers, are being targeted with a vengenace. They are dealing with demonic forces like never before and we are playing church when we should be concentrating on becoming one, fitly joined together as God intended. We are strong and mighty together; linked together as one, with each wonderful part working effectively and in love and in the pulling down of strongholds. Think of the work we could accomplish, think of the people we could impact and help get loosed from the bondages that keep them bound, both physically and mentally. Think about how many we could chase to flight if were working together. Truly, we are better together.
We were not made to travel alone, we are here to be helpers to one another for kingdom building. Every person we encounter, helps in our growth whether we are giving or receiving. We are all members of this one body and it is not about us. We need each other for the journey is tedious, full of obstacles, potholes, and bumpy roads. Things will run across the road to try and startle and hinder us, throw us off and make us swerve, but stay on course. Did I mention we may get knocked down? But just get up, dust off and keep on traveling. These will be great testaments for the people you’ll encounter. It helps you grow stronger, builds your faith and help someone along the way. Your strength, courage and faith will be beneficial in the building up of another and you'll want to gladly share because we are one body, many members, fitly joined together increasing the kingdom in love!
Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
I am still amazed while on this journey, how impacted we are with who and what we encounter along the way. When I think back over the journey of my life, I remember those who I’ve come in contact with and how each played an intricate part of my growth and deposited into my life or vice versa. I thank God for those who I have yet to meet along the way. Sometimes, you get the opportunity to hear how you have strengthened or encouraged, but most importantly to me, is what I can do to be a blessing; how can I be a help in my understanding of what you need; how can I encourage you and love you through, with the mercy, and kindness of my heart in word and deed. How can I help uplift someone’s spirit who is burdened or downtrodden, bitter, and hurt. Sure, we can pray, but oftentimes, more is needed of us than just a prayer. So, what else are we doing to help in the building of our brothers and sisters in need?
This scripture comes to us as Paul speaks to the Ephesians in regards to the position and the practice of the believer. In this passage, he speaks on the purpose of the gifts, which are mentioned in verses 7-11. He tells them that it is imperative of the believer to realize his responsibility to conduct themselves according to their individual calling because each is given for the body to fit and join together as one. Being a blessing one to another should be a determined behavior consisting of unity, love, and even maturity, especially for the work they were called to do. So it is with us as believers, our gifts are to be used for the edification of the body of Christ.
We are all parts that fit jointly together for the work of the ministry, for the perfecting of the saints, for the edifying or the building up of the body of Christ. We must learn that is not about a denomination or a title, but it’s about the work, and about the souls we need to reach, the ones we will come in contact with as we are journeying. Until we all come into the knowledge of who God is and His purpose for our lives and until we all come into the unity of faith, we are just running around doing “stuff” and wasting time. People are in need and hurting, drowning in the sea of depression, dealing with oppression, being tortured by the rulers of darkness of this earth. Yes, the enemy is running rampant seeking whom he can devour; trying to kill and destroy our purpose. He is after our minds and our dreams. Our youth, the dreamers, are being targeted with a vengenace. They are dealing with demonic forces like never before and we are playing church when we should be concentrating on becoming one, fitly joined together as God intended. We are strong and mighty together; linked together as one, with each wonderful part working effectively and in love and in the pulling down of strongholds. Think of the work we could accomplish, think of the people we could impact and help get loosed from the bondages that keep them bound, both physically and mentally. Think about how many we could chase to flight if were working together. Truly, we are better together.
We were not made to travel alone, we are here to be helpers to one another for kingdom building. Every person we encounter, helps in our growth whether we are giving or receiving. We are all members of this one body and it is not about us. We need each other for the journey is tedious, full of obstacles, potholes, and bumpy roads. Things will run across the road to try and startle and hinder us, throw us off and make us swerve, but stay on course. Did I mention we may get knocked down? But just get up, dust off and keep on traveling. These will be great testaments for the people you’ll encounter. It helps you grow stronger, builds your faith and help someone along the way. Your strength, courage and faith will be beneficial in the building up of another and you'll want to gladly share because we are one body, many members, fitly joined together increasing the kingdom in love!
Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
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