Perhaps you have seen the CBS hit show titled “Under Cover Boss”. This reality show captures the every-day experiences of workers doing what they do best while in the presence of the individual who controls the company they work for. I have enjoyed watching these segments because without fail, the top executive who goes undercover as the "everyday Joe" is moved by what he experiences. A CEO of a massive corporation is given the opportunity to work side-by-side with an individual whose exercise of responsibility is vital to the efficiency and productivity of their respective company. Each CEO learns to appreciate the people that make their company so successful. Part of the show is usually humorous because the CEO attempts a task which they cannot perform well. It’s a humbling experience for the person accustomed to being in charge and having so much control.
The underlying factor with the show is there are so many intricacies to making a business productive and successful. So many people play an important role. Ultimately, the performance of employees can be a reflection of the management and ultimately the leadership of the CEO. But, in some cases, there are employees that may not be a good fit for the company and its important to identify these individuals and help them grow to be positive, productive people.
I think the church has similarities. God has dictated the structure for church leadership. Ultimately, Christ is the head of the church with elders providing guidance and wisdom in sheparding the flock. They are responsible for the direction of the church and ensuring its members are spiritually, emotionally and physically cared for. It is also important for all of our members to work diligently to make sure the church is a healthy body of believers striving to serve our Father and expand His kingdom. Just like the large corporations, everyone has a role. It may not be an exciting, ‘glorious’ position, but nonetheless, important. As members of the body of Christ, we each have a role. Sometimes it may be behind-the-scenes or right up front on stage. As a worker for the Lord we ought to appreciate everyone’s contribution and their talents. Rather than getting caught up in the details and drama our humanness brings, we should be humble and truly appreciate those who help make our church family function.
Romans 12:2-5……For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. 4 For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, 5 so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.
So, if I were the CEO of the church, I would ask the members to “step in the shoes” of other members just for a short while to understand their contributions and APPRECIATE them more! Of course, sound leadership and good judgment are essential to the health of a church, but respect, appreciation and tolerance for each other help make this “company” run!
Thankfully, I am not the CEO as I am certain to not be qualified or worthy of the position. Praise God for Jesus, our CEO (Complete Eternal Offering)!
Father, forgive me for not recognizing the service of others to your kingdom. Please help me to appreciate your church body as functioning parts that comprise a whole. Thank you for sending your Son to be our leader and for the men you choose to help guide us. Thank you for each individual who serves to expand your kingdom.
In Jesus Name,
Michelle Tittor
Grapevine, Texas
This is a great reminder and it would be amazing to know all the things our brothers and sisters are doing for each other to serve the Lord
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