“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in agreement and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same purpose.” 1 Corinthians 1:10
Reflections
It does not take long to realize we live in a very divided world. Social issues, political views, and the ability to broadcast opinions through social media have stirred up discord and disagreement. What ever happened to civil discourse?
When it comes to the Church, disagreements and divisions can be no less ugly. How many times have church meetings devolved into fighting and screaming simply because someone brought up the idea of changing the carpet or doing something different with music? The Church, those who are supposed to be unified under Jesus Christ, are sometimes the worst offenders of unity. This is nothing new. It has existed since the first days of the Church. The evil one has been doing his thing, working hard to dismember the body of Christ.
When we fully grasp the amazing love that Jesus has for us, and how he died for each one that we live in community with, we can begin to see others as children of God instead of enemies. Only when we start from the common ground of our Lord Jesus can we truly see our differences in a new way. When we see each other as precious in the sight of God, we see how truly foolish our problems with one another are, and we can work together in unity to bring hope to the world.
Prayer
Lord God, thank you for your amazing love. Help me to live that same love for my brothers and sisters in the faith. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Full Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17