Devotion

Theme: Christ is Undivided
Text:  1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Memory Verse ~ 1 Corinthians 1:12-13

 12 Now I say this, that each of you says, “I am of Paul,” or “I am of Apollos,” or “I am of Cephas,” or “I am of Christ.” 13 Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?

The Body of Christ is one and  we've been called forth to join. We are from diverse grounds granted grace to access the glory of God through Jesus Christ. Having access this grace, our fellowship should not be distorted by unprofitable divisions. We need to build the Church in unity. Irrespective of your congregation, there's the need to focus on Christ alone and not being cynical. Though we may have divergent opinions on issues, it should not bring about divisions. If we have the same mind in Christ, we will surely overcome disunity. Christ said he who does not gather with Him, scatters abroad (Matthew 12:30).

Beloved in the Lord, if you have to stand firmly on an issue, it should be the truth and not lies. Your redemption isn't in the Pastor, Catechist, Elders of the Church, or any other Church worker. We are saved only by the blood of Jesus Christ which was shed for us. That is why the Apostle Paul's words in the thirteenth verse should awaken us to understand the unity in Christ, the price Christ paid for our sins through His death, and the baptism we've received. We should strive to be one and avoid drawing people away from the true source of life. The only person who can redeem us is Jesus Christ and He alone must be preached not human beings. The next time you're tempted to degrade the Body of Christ (a Church or another congregation other than yours), note that, you're scattering abroad than gathering with the Lord.

Prayer:  Guide us in divine knowledge, wisdom and understanding to harmoniously work in accomplishing the Great Commission even now and forevermore in Jesus name. AMEN!