Scripture Reading: Romans
12:4-5
There has always been a
natural human tendency for people to exalt themselves over others.
This is true even among believers. It often begins with an attitude
of superiority, but it can quickly degenerate into cruel actions
which convey the idea to others that they are unimportant.
To combat such a problem
among the Roman believers, the Holy Spirit inspired the Apostle Paul
to pen the instructions found in Romans chapter twelve. First, they
must see themselves properly. Especially among those of the Roman
empire, there was a pattern of judging men according to their rank,
wealth, or eloquence (just as many do today-adding "appearance"
to the list). But one need "not think of himself more highly
than he ought to think" if he recognizes all blessings being
sovereignly given to him. Even spiritual gifts (or abilities) are
given to us by God. There is no room then for inflated egos over
these things.
Next, they must see
others properly-and this is the key. God would have them understand
that every believer is important. In the human body, there are many
members of the body, but each one serves a vital role. The eyes are
capable of seeing; but without feet to move and hands to grasp an
object, the body can not function properly. Each member serves a
vital role, is as important as the other, and effects the whole. So
it is in the Body of Christ. Seeing ourselves as being individual
members of one Body and dependant upon one another is God's cure for
conceited thinking.
Has someone in your
assembly been made to feel less important than others? Then share
these truths with those who need them, and demonstrate your
appreciation for those less esteemed by inviting them to your home
for fellowship.
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How
God Saves Men
Believing
Christ DIED, that’s HISTORY.
Believing
Christ DIED for YOU SINS and Rose again that’s SALVATION.
Read
Romans 1:16, Romans 10:9-10 and 1. Corinthians 15:1-4
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