Body Parts - 1Cor. 12:22, 23

"In fact, some of the parts that seem weakest and least important are really the most necessary. And the parts we regard as less honorable are those we clothe with the greatest care." 1Cor. 12:22, 23

Is it just me that is recognizing how lame we as human beings are? How many footholds and open doors we offer to our enemy? This section of 1Cor. gives a perfect analogy of how the church should be viewed and run -- as a body, a HEALTHY body. That ALL the parts are important and necessary, and some that appear to be the weakest are really the most critical. That we should give greater focus and care to these parts. Do we do this? I guess it depends on how we define these "parts," but I fear we are weak in this area, and in the process leave ourselves vulnerable to attack. My sense is that it is probably not the "visible" church that is most important; rather, the prayer teams, small groups and intercessors that are the core strength. Where is our focus?

Lord, show us how to properly care for our body.

Today's reading: Job 37, 38; 1Cor. 12