Giving Preference

“Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind let each of you regard one another as more important than himself.” Philip 2:3

Your position in the Christian community is that of a peace keeper, not a peace maker. Why the distinction?

The Holy Spirit of God indwells each believer, producing a corporate unity.

Paul exhorted the Ephesians to “...walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all who is over all and through all and in all.” Eph 4:1-6

Is there any question left concerning how we are to be seen by a watching world? What a challenge.

But is that our only or strongest motivation? Or is it really a by-product of what God wants in our lives anyway.

God’s plan for the Christian community calls for preferring others before yourself (a real blow to pride and self-interest).

As you share His presence with others, you share your lives on a spiritual level. This is koinonia, true Christian fellowship that legitimately meets your needs.

Ask the Spirit of God to remind you of those fellow believers who have contributed to your life though fellowship, through love.

Rejoice in this great provision of God for you.