God's Glory Church

Your work is not in vain in the Lord! — 1 Corinthians 15:58
In the third year of a difficult struggle with depression due to physical limitations and constant pain, I confessed to my friend: “My body is just falling apart. I feel as if I am of no use to God or people at all.”

The friend put her palm on mine and then said, “Isn’t there any use in me greeting you with a smile or just listening to you? Is it all in vain that I pray for you and say kind words?”

I turned around in my chair, and then answered: “Of course not.”

“Then why do you tell yourself such a lie? – she frowned. – You do a lot for me and other people.”

I thanked God for the important reminder that any of our work is not in vain for Him.

The Apostle Paul assures us that our bodies, despite their corruption and weakness, will one day “stand strong” (1 Cor. 15:43). God promised our resurrection with Christ, so we can confidently do even the smallest thing for Him, knowing that it benefits His Kingdom (1 Cor. 15:58).

Even with serious physical limitations, a simple smile, a word of encouragement, a prayer, or a demonstration of faith can serve the body of Christ, in which all the various members are interdependent. If we serve the Lord, He does not shy away from even our tiny offerings.

Jesus, thank you for valuing us and using us for the spiritual edification of others.
Do what you can, and give the rest to God.
Author: Sosheel Dixon