United

1 Corinthians 12:13

For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into one Spirit.

When we come to Christ we are uniting with Him. But simultaneously, we also unite with one another. Our baptism makes us one. We are one body, brought to life by one Spirit. This bond between us goes beyond race, language, social status and calling. If we choose to disconnect from the body or any part of it, we bleed that life blood and lose the Spirit's power and flow in our lives. Yet, if we trust the flow of the Spirit and choose to remain connected and faithful even in times of trial, disagreement or confusion, we are strengthened by our unity and the Spirit can work at healing and wholeness.

Why then should there be disagreement, division or discord in the body of Christ? Why should the body lack forgiveness or patience or mercy or the more excellent way... love (1 Cor. 12:31). When I feel discord, disagreement or division I must turn to and trust the Holy Spirit to bring back to life a connection that is dying.

Holy Spirit, flow though me and empower me to be a connected and vital member of this body of Christ. Empower me for forgiveness, patience, mercy and love. Amen.