Scripture for Today: I Corinthians 1:12 “….One of you says, ‘I follow Paul’; another, ‘I follow Apollos’; another, ‘I follow Cephas’; still another, ‘I follow Christ.'”
These ducks seem to have it figured out who the leader is and who will bring up the rear. No one seems to be jostling for position. None of the followers look as if they are trying to redirect the line. When flying in a formation or swimming in a line, I can understand that progress forward is easier with the lead doing all the work. But by waddling on the ground there does not seem to be an advantage to being in a line.
Today’s verse was written by the apostle Paul to the church at Corinth. The believers there were dividing themselves into factions. Each group followed a different church leader. Paul turns their thoughts and loyalties to the One who could bring them together in unity. After all, it was not Paul crucified. They were not baptized in his name but in the name of Jesus (verse 13). When we all have our eyes fixed on Jesus, following Him, we will remain united.
Splitting up into separate groups seems like the natural thing to do. Somehow, my pride gets in the way of unity. It is too easy for me to major on differences rather than celebrating common ground with other believers. But I do want my allegiance to be to Christ first. I find that in following Jesus Christ above all else, I bond with others who do the same, regardless of church affiliation, regardless of race, age or locale. Lines of division disappear and we are united in the same line.
Thank you Lord, that following You above anyone else brings sweet unity with others!
Look familiar? This is a repost due to summer ministries.
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