The Body

Yesterday, I was leaving lunch and talking with a friend. Since the conversation was going so well, I failed to notice a step down off the curb to the parking lot. The resulting twisted ankle has made me quite aware of the normal functions of the ankle that it is currently in rebellion against performing. I admit that on a normal day I take the ankle for granted; it is just that part of the body below the leg and not quite the foot. Today, however I am much more aware of it. All that to say that as pastors and leaders, we must constantly be on the lookout to encourage those parts of the body of Christ that may not be in the glory locations. People recognize the music minister, the soloist, even the piano player, but who spends time praising the person who cleans the toilets, or sets up chairs for various functions of the church. Some churches do a great job at this, but if you notice that your church has a hard time getting volunteers, it may be that people feel that certain jobs just aren’t important enough to be worth doing. Leaders set the tone to let people know that every job is important! And Lay people who read this, it is OK to encourage your senior pastor too! His job at the top can often feel thankless and lonely. To all of you who are working diligently for the Kingdom! Great Job! Keep up the good work!