Monday, April 13, 2009

Reflections on 1 Corinthians 12:12

Unity. It doesn't mean the same. It doesn't mean only one. It does mean together. It does mean for one purpose.

Unity. It brings us together. In Christ, it's what makes us "the body". It doesn't mean everyone will agree on every single theological point. It does mean we all agree on the most important one: Jesus is LORD!

Unity. It does mean we can set aside our differences to worship Him. It does mean we each bring something to the table & we accept each person for who they are and what they can offer.

Unity. It does mean we urge one another to use our gifts. We encourage, congratulate, and love one another. We offer a love that no one can refuse.

We are in Christ unified. One unit but with many parts. Each part knowing his or her importance. If even one does not know then there is no longer unity.

There must be room for forgiveness, grace, and love. There must be a foundation. His name is JESUS! Only in Him can there be UNITY.

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