Christine Caine at CCV

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Shared by Christ's Church of the Valley
Christ's Church of the Valley

Summary

Main message: God has placed every believer in a specific "place" in the body of Christ, and when we embrace that place—visible or unseen—we strengthen the whole church and allow God to work through us. Refuse comparison or the pursuit of position; be a faithful co‑laborer where God has put you.

Key points:

  • Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 12 shows the church is one body with many indispensable parts; God “sets every member in place.”
  • Visibility or popularity (social‑media fame, titles, platform) does not equal spiritual significance; unseen roles (sound, parking, kids, maintenance, generosity) are often critical.
  • Don’t confuse a position or title with the place God gives you; embrace humble, local service (her own story: church clean‑up leading to decades of ministry).
  • Small, hidden ministries can hold up the whole body—neglecting them causes the church to limp.
  • The harvest is plentiful but laborers are few (Matthew 9); God calls believers to be co‑laborers, not co‑stars—take a next step to serve or give.

Scriptures mentioned: 1 Corinthians 12, John 5, Matthew 9, Joshua 14