The sin of unity

How can unity be a sin? Isn’t unity the holy grail of Christianity. Ah yes! But the kind of unity is very important. Because the coin of division has two sides. One is the sin of sectarianism. The other is the sin of unity. They are both division and they are both wrong. It is not always right to be Continue reading The sin of unity

Ephesians 4:3 Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit

Ironically, this little verse about unity has caused more fighting, more division, and more heartache than almost any other verse… Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4:3) There are Christian groups teaching it is your responsibility, it is your work, and it is your endeavor that makes the unity in this verse. These groups Continue reading Ephesians 4:3 Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit

Unity in the Body: Created, Nurtured, and Perfected by God

1) Unity created by God Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, Continue reading Unity in the Body: Created, Nurtured, and Perfected by God

The perfect unity of love

Jesus Christ said the entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based on the perfect unity of love. That is an astonishing statement. By some estimates, there are 613 commandments, laws, and statutes in the mitzvot. All of those commandments, laws and statutes are based on love. If we had that love, we would be fulfilling the Continue reading The perfect unity of love

Cultivating a Heart of Hospitality

Cultivating hospitality is deeply rooted in Scripture and embodies the essence of living out the Gospel. It is a tangible expression of God’s love through us, a means by which we can demonstrate the grace, compassion, and open-heartedness that Jesus Himself showed to all He encountered. Cultivating hospitality is not merely about offering a meal or a place to stay; Continue reading Cultivating a Heart of Hospitality