FITTED PARTS
Today's reading: Ephesians 4-6

"Under his direction, the whole body is fitted together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love." Ephesians 4:16 NLT

We've all had a toothache that affected our day.

We've all attempted a long walk with a sore toe, a stiff ankle or a swollen knee.

We've all tried to ignore a stomach issue and continue on with what we've been asked to do.

We get things done, but sometimes our body parts don't make it easy to accomplish it in a timely or pleasant manner.

Same is true when we walk into church today.

We'll have some folks, body parts if you will, who are hurting, broken, swollen with pride or bruised, making it a malfunctioning body of believers.

Watch for those who are limping and give them a hand.

Look out for those who seem to be having trouble with their eyesight and re-direct their focus to God's Word and God's grace.

Be aware of those who are doubled over in pain and see if you can help carry their burden.

Be sensitive to those who have had hurts inflicted upon them by well-meaning church folks, bandage them with true Christian love and affection.

Encourage those who are just tired and worn out.

And, by all means, accept the help another gives to you. Don't allow pride or a self-sufficient attitude to keep you from receiving a blessing God enables another to give you.