Many years ago, I received a very legal looking document from a lawyer in my home state of Wisconsin. The letter was to inform me that my uncle died and left me some money. I was an heir to part of his estate. While the amount was not large, just the idea that he considered me part of his family and decided to bless me with part of his wealth was a good feeling.
Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. (v.27)
There is nothing quite like the feeling of belonging to something like a strong family, The good life often revolves around this sense of connection. When your closest family members are also connected to Christ, things are in line. We can struggle through pain, disappointment and various challenges when we share a bond of faith.
Family leans on one another. They rely on one another. Those of us in the family of God are wise do the same when things get rough. God cares and He will act on our behalf. It is our faith in God and our reliance on His provision that changes everything. It's a family thing.
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