Aug 11, 2022 · Christians bring honor to God’s name by pursuing unity in the power of the Holy Spirit who brings us together as one through faith in Christ. Christian unity is a virtue, but there are some things that can and should limit unity. We don’t pursue unity simply for the sake of unity; it is Christ and His truth that unite us.

May 10, 2015 · Christian unity is not organization or external, but rather is based on shared life in Jesus Christ. It is important to understand that there are two types of unity in the Bible. In Ephesians 4:3, Paul says that we are to be “diligent to preserve the …

Jun 2, 2015 · Spirit-rooted, Christ-manifesting, truth-cherishing, humbly-loving unity is designed by God to have at least two aims: a witness to the world, and an acclamation of the glory of God. The apostle John makes the first of these most clear.

Jul 6, 2022 · Christian unity is a high call, and a hard call. In fact, it’s impossible apart from “the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ” (Philippians 1:19), for apart from him we can do nothing (John 15:5).

Oct 28, 2022 · Real differences exist between real Christians. But where we lack unity of conviction, we can share unity of humble, sacrificial disposition.

Dec 6, 2021 · Paul’s vision of unity is real people, with different perspectives and preferences, who find a larger, uniting hope in Jesus. Unity is having the same conviction about the gospel and the same understanding about its importance, and …

Sep 26, 2024 · Biblical unity is grounded in the oneness of God and flows to believers, calling for harmonious integration of diverse individuals united by faith, purpose, and love.

May 23, 2023 · So, yes, Christian unity matters so the world will know we’re Christ’s followers, but there’s a deeper sense in which Christian unity shows the world what God is like. And an even deeper sense follows: Christian unity participates in the divine life of God as Three-in-One.

Jan 14, 2024 · If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer to your question: Biblical unity means Christians being joined together in the same mind and judgment, bonded by the Holy Spirit in love and peace. It involves working together humbly and selflessly to fulfill God’s purposes.

Jul 16, 2012 · Unity in the gospel is the prerequisite for the unity of the church. Christians who affirm the essentials of the gospel are even now united invisibly, enjoying a special communion with one another across denominational lines.