Unity in the Body FOP/BSS/017

TOPIC: Unity in the Body

TEXT: I Cor. 12:12-27

MEMORY VERSE: Rom. 12:5

INTRODUCTION

Unity is the state of being undivided, a condition of harmony, a state of oneness in heart and purpose.

Diversity of functions and operation does not imply disunity, neither does denominationalism. However, if we are not very careful our diversities will result to disunity, contrary to God’s plan and purpose.

God’s master plan for the church is that we will remain a functional entity by the power of unity, disunity therefore does not glorify God. God expects us as members of one body to be united because we all have different functions and no part of the body can function effectively independent of the others.

Understanding the uniqueness of every individual as well as their function in the body is fundamental to attaining unity in the body.

EVALUATIONS

1. Walking in Unity

a) I Pet. 3:8

b) Col. 3:12-13

c) Eph. 4:3-6

d) Phil. 2:2-4

e) I Cor. 3:4-9, 1:10

2. Benefits of Unity

a) Acts 2:42-47, 4:32-33

b) Matt. 18:19-20

c) Eph. 4:16

d) Ps 133

CONCLUSION

Christ Jesus has removed every wall of differences in the church. Differences in tribe and denomination should bring about variety, and not disunity in the body.

When we truly set our hearts on pursuing God’s purpose, we will have little or no time to consider the differences that exist between us.

There is a measure of blessing that we can not step into as a body, until we understand the power of unity. Let’s stay united.

Shalom!

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