You Matter More Than You Think in God’s Plan

Good morning,

Have you ever felt like your role in the church doesn’t matter? Or that others’ gifts seem more important than yours? Let me remind you of this truth: you are an essential and irreplaceable part of the body of Christ.

Paul beautifully describes the church as a body, where each believer plays a vital role. Just like the human body can’t function without its many parts working together, the church thrives when every member embraces their God-given purpose.

This Week’s Focus: The Body of Christ

The body of Christ is a diverse and unified whole, where every part matters. Whether your role is seen or unseen, small or significant, God has uniquely designed you to contribute to His Kingdom. Let’s unpack how Paul’s metaphor of the body reveals the value of your place in the church.

1) Every Part Is Indispensable

Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 12:22, “On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable.”Think about your body—organs like your heart or lungs aren’t visible, but they’re absolutely critical. The same is true in the church. Some roles may not be in the spotlight, but they are no less valuable.

Action Step: Take time this week to thank God for how He has uniquely designed you. Ask Him to show you how your gifts can serve the church.

2) Diversity Strengthens the Body

The beauty of the church lies in its diversity. Just as hands, eyes, and ears serve different purposes, we each have unique roles to play. No one person can do it all, and we were never meant to. Paul reminds us that the body works best when all its parts contribute their unique strengths.

Action Step: Think of someone in your church who has a different gift than you. Send them a note or word of encouragement, letting them know how much their contributions mean to the body.

3) Your Role Glorifies God

When each part of the body fulfills its purpose, the whole body flourishes—and God is glorified. Paul writes in Romans 15:6, “so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Recognizing the value of every member isn’t just good for the church; it’s worship.

Action Step: Reflect on how your role in the church contributes to glorifying God. Pray about how you can use your gifts to bring Him honor this week.

Share the Blessing:
You matter to the body of Christ, and so does everyone else. Share this email with someone who might need to hear that their role is essential. Invite them to subscribe to Grow Greater Faith at growgreaterfaith.com and join us in discovering how God has designed us to thrive together.

P.S. Next week, we’ll explore how to overcome feelings of inadequacy and fully embrace the gifts God has given you. Don’t miss it!

Blessings,
Joshua Weisbrod
Founder, Grow Greater Faith