God's Glory Church

“So many of us are one body in Christ, and individually we are members of one another.” — Romans 12:5
Most of the three hundred residents of the town of Whittier, Alaska, live in one apartment complex, which is why Whittier is called “the city under one roof.” Amy, a former resident, says, “I didn’t even have to go outside the house. The grocery store, the notary, the school and the post office were all on the first floor. Take the elevator down and you’re there!”

“Because life there was extremely comfortable, I thought I didn’t need anyone anymore, – shares Amy. – But the residents of the city are so friendly. They take care of each other. And I realized that they need me, and they need me.”

We also sometimes want to avoid socializing with other people. Instead, Scripture says that Christians should have a healthy balance of solitude and fellowship with other believers. The Apostle Paul compares the church to a human body. Just as every part of the body has a function, so every believer has a role (Rom. 12:4). Just as a separate part of the body cannot exist autonomously, so a believer cannot live a life of faith in isolation (v. 5). Only in the community do we use our gifts (vv. 6-8; 1 Pet. 4:10) and grow, becoming like Jesus (Rom. 12:9-21).

We need each other; our community is in Christ (v. 5). By caring for one another, we can develop a deeper relationship with God and show others His love.

How has the community in Jesus Christ helped you in your walk with God? How did other believers encourage you?
Dear God, thank you for my brothers and sisters.
Author: Karen Huang