by Zeke Flores<\/p>\n
Every person in Christ’s kingdom has a responsibility to the Lord, His people, and himself.\u00a0 God is building a temple, His own dwelling, so it’s vitally important that each individual block – you and I – stay true to the purpose.<\/p>\n
We contribute individually when we each recognize our responsibility and assume our obligations to the Lord and one another (see Ephesians 4:16). Every “building block,” every “living stone” has something to contribute, and the whole building benefits when everybody does their part. In doing so, we not only work out our own salvation, but we also contribute to the good of the whole community and honor God in the process.<\/p>\n
Do your part for the Lord, His people, and yourself.<\/p>\n
Ready? Let’s go!<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
by Zeke Flores Every person in Christ’s kingdom has a responsibility to the Lord, His people, and himself.\u00a0 God is building a temple, His own dwelling, so it’s vitally important that each individual block – you and I – stay true to the purpose. 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