The Church Must Agree with One Another
Church unity must be carefully preserved. In this sermon Pastor David explains the responsibility we have to get along with one another in the life of the church. More than that, we must stay focused on the task of sharing the Gospel and making disciples. The whole church must embrace the mission that we have been given by Christ Himself.
1 Corinthians 1:10–13 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. 11 For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there is quarreling among you, my brothers. 12 What I mean is that each one of you says, “I follow Paul,” or “I follow Apollos,” or “I follow Cephas,” or “I follow Christ.” 13 Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?
Ephesians 4:1–3 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Philippians 2:2–4 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. 3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. 4 Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Further Study: Phil 1:5, 27; Rom 12:16; 14:19; 15:5-6; 16:17; Titus 3:10; Gal 5:26; James 4:11; 5:9; Eph 4:31-32; 2 Cor 13:11; Col 3:12-14; John 17:11, 20-23; Acts 4:32.