So In Christ We, Though Many,

Form One Body

For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. 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 12:3-8

We all have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. Among the gifts mentioned by Paul are prophesy, service, teaching, encouragement, giving, leadership, and mercy. Each gift is to be exercised freely for the good of all.

There are no soloists in God’s concert band, but every instrument is essential. The music is best when we each play our part in unity with others.

There are no soloists in God’s orchestra.

Our Daily Bread – June 23, 2017