This song emphasizes the importance of unity and peace among believers, as a testament of God’s love and grace to the world. The verses are based on scriptures that emphasize the biblical warnings against division and the command to love one another, while the chorus and bridge bring the message together, encouraging believers to live out this love in unity.
One in His Love
Verse 1:
In the midst of our struggles, in the battles we face,
We find ourselves at crossroads, in a delicate space.
Matthew spoke of the peacemakers, blessed in His sight,
Let’s put aside our quarrels, and walk into the light.
Chorus:
Let’s be one in His love, let’s stand together,
United in the Spirit, now and forever.
For the world to believe, to see His grace from above,
We must love one another, be one in His love.
Verse 2:
James warned of the dangers, when passions collide,
Fighting leads to nowhere, only widens the divide.
Galatians spoke of unity, not consuming each other,
Let’s choose to walk in love, every sister and brother.
Chorus:
Let’s be one in His love, let’s stand together,
United in the Spirit, now and forever.
For the world to believe, to see His grace from above,
We must love one another, be one in His love.
Bridge:
Ephesians calls us to bond, in peace that’s everlasting,
Philippians urges humility, for unity that’s uncasting.
As Corinthians reminds us, to agree and not be divided,
In love and peace, let’s be united, by His word we’re guided.
Verse 3:
In John’s words we remember, a new command so clear,
To love each other deeply, for the whole world to hear.
By this love we’re known, disciples of His light,
In unity and peace, we stand, in His love so bright.
Chorus:
Let’s be one in His love, let’s stand together,
United in the Spirit, now and forever.
For the world to believe, to see His grace from above,
We must love one another, be one in His love.
Outro:
So let’s live out His command, in every action, every word,
In unity and peace, let His message be heard.
For we are His disciples, called to love as He loved,
In harmony and grace, forever one in His love.
Copyright (c) 2024 by David Castle
Digging deeper
These verses highlight the importance of peace, unity, and love among Christians, discouraging disputes and conflicts. They serve as a guide for believers to live in harmony and promote peace within the Christian community.
- Godly ways to resolve conflict – There are two sides to every conflict. One or both are at fault. One or both are hurt. It doesn’t matter. God has provided guidance for both.
- A Modern-Day Parable of Romans 14 (avoiding conflicts in the church) – Here is a modern parable, based on Romans 14, that will help prevent and work through conflicts in your fellowship.
- Galatians 5:19-23 contrast the works of the flesh versus the fruit of the spirit – Galatians 5:19-23 The works of the flesh are actions motivated by our sinful nature, but the fruit of the Spirit is the result of being guided by the Holy Spirit.
Bible References
- Matthew 5:9 – “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
- Romans 12:18 – “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.”
- Ephesians 4:3 – “Keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.”
- James 4:1-2 – “What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you? Is it not this, that your passions are at war within you? You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask.”
- Galatians 5:15 – “But if you bite and devour one another, watch out that you are not consumed by one another.”
- Matthew 18:15-17 – “If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, let him be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector.”
- 1 Corinthians 1:10 – “I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.”
- Philippians 2:2-3 – “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.”
- 1 Peter 3:8-9 – “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.”
- John 13:34-35 – “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”