Unity

1 Peter 4:7-11
"Now the end of all things is near; therefore, be serious and disciplined for prayer. Above all, maintain an intense love for each other, since love covers a multitude of sins. Be hospitable to one another without complaining. Based on the gift each one has received, use it to serve others, as good managers of the varied grace of God. If anyone speaks, it should be as one who speaks God's words; if anyone serves, it should be from the strength God provides, so that God may be glorified through Jesus Christ in everything. To Him belong the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen."

The thing I love about this ministry is that the ministry leaders are from different denominations, ideals, and personalities.

We, as Christians, are called to love God, love others, and love ourselves. We are supposed to love each other. In this passage, God says to have an "intense love" for one another. I've always wondered what would happen if every Christian in America would look past their differences, and focus on reaching the world for Christ. Do you know how much more effective we would be if this happened. Let's start trying this. Let's come together as one for the advancement of the Gospel.

Why should we love each intensely love each other? The answer is that because we are Christians, we will at some point suffer together. We are supposed to be there for a person who is going through a tough spell. We are called to suffer with the family that has lost a loved one. No matter how you will suffer, we have this assurance that we are not alone. Of course we have God on our side, but, if we do what we are supposed to do and be united in Christ, we have each other.

1 Peter 3:13-17

"And who will harm you if you are deeply committed to what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear or be disturbed, but honor the Messiah as Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to give a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you. However, do this with gentleness and respect, keeping your conscience clear, so that when you are accused, those who denounce your Christian life will be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if that should be God's will, than for doing evil."

Everything, if you are a Christian, comes down to love. Do we love one another? If not, let's start.

-Bro. Michael