“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Galatians 6:2
If you’ve ever been part of a team, were there times when you had to share in the responsibility for another teammate’s negative actions? If you are like me, you weren’t pleased about that. But the reality of being part of a team is that every member is accountable to each other.
When I played ultimate frisbee in college, the team was required to complete two workouts per week during Christmas break. Every missed workout would result in a sprint for the whole team after the break. Unfortunately, the first one or two practices in January would be almost entirely sprints—for all of us!
As Christians we are accountable to God. Yet by God’s design, we also share accountability with others. If I slack off on my tasks and responsibilities, it affects not only me but others as well. God has created us to help each other bear life’s burdens. Be there for others; encourage them through “life’s workouts;” help keep each other on track. But above all, remember that it is the Lord you seek to honor and please because of His perfect, boundless love for you.
When I played ultimate frisbee in college, the team was required to complete two workouts per week during Christmas break. Every missed workout would result in a sprint for the whole team after the break. Unfortunately, the first one or two practices in January would be almost entirely sprints—for all of us!
As Christians we are accountable to God. Yet by God’s design, we also share accountability with others. If I slack off on my tasks and responsibilities, it affects not only me but others as well. God has created us to help each other bear life’s burdens. Be there for others; encourage them through “life’s workouts;” help keep each other on track. But above all, remember that it is the Lord you seek to honor and please because of His perfect, boundless love for you.
Scripture Focus
Galatians 6:1-10
Insight
“We need others physically, emotionally, intellectually; we need them if we are to know anything, even ourselves.” (C.S. Lewis, 1960)
Bible In A Year
- 2 Chronicles 19-20
- Psalm 17
- Matthew 24