You were never intended to be a spectator in the church. There are other societies and gatherings where that may well be our role, but not in the society founded by Jesus Christ. One of the distinctives of the ekklesia (Greek for ‘church’), is that every member is a priest, one who represented God to others. Each follower of Jesus has an ambassadorial role (Proverbs 13:17). He or she is on earth as a witness to the love of God. By their presence and their actions, the disciples of Jesus make Him known. They are leaders, though they may not outwardly appear so, through whom the Spirit of God moves, leading men and women towards the light of faith and life. We call this the priesthood of all believers, and it was fully recognised as an essential aspect of the first church. All members were priests, responsible for looking out for one another and ministering to each other's spiritual needs (1 Peter 2:9). This communal priesthood fostered a strong sense of unity and mutual care, embodying the principle that every believer had a role in the life and ministry of the church. This priestly call has never been rescinded. There’s work to be done. Take up your priestly role today!