STRUCTURAL MINISTRIES

Today's reading: Numbers 1-4

"These two clans were responsible for the care of the frames supporting the Tabernacle, the crossbars, the pillars, the bases, and all the equipment related to their use. They were also responsible for the posts of the courtyard and all their bases, pegs and cords." Numbers 3:36-37 NLT

I used to think this clan of Merari had a hands-off, behind-the-scenes role to play in the many tribes of Israel--but this morning I'm seeing it with different lenses.

I'm seeing that they provided the support needed to continue in the Lord's work. They provided the bare bones for a safe environment in which to worship God. They set in place the building blocks upon which others added their callings, their purposes, their ministries.

Are you part of the 'clan' responsible for the foundational structure of your church?

Is your faithfulness something your church family can believe in, rest in, depend upon?

Are you living a lifestyle that upholds your church's beliefs, supports its teachings, under girds what your Bible-preaching preacher speaks from the pulpit?

Are you, no matter if you are first generation or fifteenth generation, part of the cornerstones of your meeting place? Is your spirit led by God to build others up, edify your Christian brothers and sisters, providing a footing for others just starting out in their faith?