This weekend, we won’t be having our normal Sunday morning service at our church. Instead, we’ll be partnering with several other churches in our community to do our ONE service at the high school. I love that the pastors and churches in our community see the value of coming together in unity.
As followers of Christ, we’re called to unity. This unity is not just a superficial agreement but a deep, spiritual connection rooted in our shared faith and purpose. In Psalm 133:1 David tells us: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” This unity is both a testimony to the world and a source of strength and blessing to all of us.
The early church painted a beautiful picture of what unity in Christ can accomplish. In Acts 2:42-47, we see believers devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. They shared everything they had and looked out for one another’s needs. Because of their unity and love, they enjoyed the favor of all people, and the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
This example teaches us that unity is not just about being together physically but about being united in heart and purpose. Their shared commitment to Christ and to each other allowed them to accomplish greater things.
Each congregation has its unique strengths, gifts, and callings that contribute to the greater body of Christ. And the truth is, we are better together. Our unity in Christ is a powerful witness and an essential part of our mission. May we strive to be united in heart and purpose, knowing that together, we can accomplish great things for His Kingdom.
Heavenly Father, thank You for calling us to unity in Christ. Help us to be one as You are one. Give us the grace to serve together in harmony, and to seek Your Kingdom above all else. May our unity be a testimony of Your love and power to those around us. -Amen.
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