Scripture
1 Corinthians 1:10b “Let there be real harmony so there won’t be division in the church. I plead with you to be in one mind, united in thought and purpose.”
Observation
Paul pleaded with the church. He humbled himself and literally begged the church to be in unity. He gives a clear definition of what unity is. Unity is the absence of division and strife. Unity is going in the same direction. It is working together for the same goal and vision. They were to be one in thought and purpose.
Application
My responsibility as a pastor is to lead the church into unity. I am to stand against anything that would divide the church. I am to lead the church to fulfill one goal, to go into the same direction. The Holy Spirit works in an environment of unity. Division quenches the work of the Spirit. Jesus’ prayer was that his church be one.
Prayer
Father, bring and keep the unity of the church in First Assembly. Remove any dissension, strife, or division. Give us one vision. Enable us to work together in harmony. May we all go in one direction for the glory of God.
