1 Cor 3 Building up not tearing down

Paul was indignant of the fact that the Corinthians Christians were arguing which leader is better in the church and they divided themselves according to the leaders. And I believe the people look up and support the different strengths and idea that the leaders may represent. But it is not helping the church as a whole, it is tearing the down, causing division. It seems that God never has a intention to have different groups, different opinions but to follow what He has already set.

The different leaders if they know what the members do are not helping the church, they should quickly stop them. I hope they are not stirring up a rebellion themselves also. Paul says whoever it is, whatever roles and responsibilities you have, we are merely just servants of God, co-workers in God's service, trying to build up the church.

Paul says that the foundation of the church has already been laid. And we know he's not talking about the physical building but the church is the body of Christ, the Christians. And the foundation is not cement nor gold but it's Jesus Christ. And the members are building on top of it but what are we really building on top of Christ.

As a church leader, it's very important to see what am I feeding the church with? Am I really building up the church or am I just concern of passing my ideas and opinions? Am I teaching and making sure that the Christians are living their lives according to the bible? I can only know if I am devoted to the bible's teaching and not siting down and thinking of my own opinions.

Because as time comes, God will reveal through different areas whether are you really practicing what the bible teaches. The church will be divided, there are hidden sins in the members' lives even the leaders too. The members are not happy nor feel close to God in a personal way. But they will be very good at presenting their ideas(or your ideas) and arguing about it. They knew nothing about repentance, being broken and discipleship.

I am a culprit of this and I strive to make sure that I am relying on God and devote myself to the bible everyday and focus on building up the church. Feeding each member spiritually and helping them to exercise their faith. Teaching them to love one another, being sensitive and not stumbling one another, and encouraging, building each other up. It's not easy if I rely on my own strength and wisdom, it's only possible if I really be humble and rely on God's strength, being obedient to all that He teaches.