"For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment on himself. That is why many of you are weak and ill, and some have died." -- 1 Corinthians 11:29-30

In the earliest days of the church, Ananias and Sapphira suffered an unexpected death due to spiritual deceit. They were careless about the things of God and a serious message was given. Do Christians suffer today for mistreatment of the Lord's body? Do we stand accountable for abusing those who come with sincere hearts to worship and serve? The answer is a resounding yes.

Be careful my friend and show honor and respect to the body of Christ. Don't allow a divisive spirit to win the day and damage your health. Remember Paul's stern warning in 1 Corinthians 3:17, "If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple." Consider wisely the additional counsel of 1 Corinthians 10:24, "Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor."